This leaflet explains the Xray methodfor a Bone Density Scan using DXADualenergy Xray Absorptiometry Date of publication October 2004 Revised December 2007 August 2009 October 2012 Patie ID: 951683
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BoneDensity Scan This leaflet explains the X-ray methodfor a Bone Density Scan using DXA(Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry) Date of publication: October 2004 Revised December 2007, August 2009, October 2012 Patient Information Who interprets the results? Treatment is given by the doctor or Mormation Bone density appointment information James Paget University Hospital X-ray department appointments 01493 453464 or 01493 452456Information can also be found at National Osteoporosis SocietyCamertonBath BA2 0PJ 01761 471771 or 0845 1303076Helpline: 0845 4500230 or 01761 472721 ebsite: www.nos.org.uk communicating effectively withstaff during your stay through please let us know. this booklet, please contact PALS on 2Bone Densitometry blue/black llt 4/1/13 10:30 Page 1 measure bone density? more prone to fracture. Osteoporosispast it
has been difficult to identify How do we measure bone is less than a chest X-ray. density. The difference between this Bone density using DXA ꔀSafe, low radiationꔀHelps determine whether you areꔀPainless - no injectionsꔀDoes not involve being enclosed in a Preparation for a bone density Unless instructed otherwise, eatnormally on the day of the exam; butavoid taking calcium supplements forat least 24 hours prior to yourappointment. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.gown if necessary. Some body piercingsYou should not have had a barium be pregnant. Where do I get the results? If your GP referred you then he or shewill get the results and you will needto discuss these with him or herconsultant at the James PagetUniversity Hospital referred you ayou to discuss the results. 2Bone Densitometry blue/black llt 4/1/13 10:30 Page 2