Bone Densitometry
*If you are pregnant or suspect you may be, further consultation is required by your physician, or the technologist before proceeding with all imaging examinations.*
What is Bone Densitometry?
Bone density (or BMD) is a medical term referring to the amount of mineral matter per square centimeter of bones. An enhanced form of technology is used to measure bone loss in clinical medicine as an indicator of osteoporosis and fracture risk.
In preparation for Bone Densitometry x-ray: no belts, no buckles and no zippers.
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