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DEXA scanning is listed for the Wanaka clinic at 24 Dungarvon Street.
DEXA / Bone density in Wanaka
Bone mineral densitometry scanning in Wanaka.
DEXA/BMD scans use a small dose of radiation to measure bone density and may help assess osteoporosis, fracture risk, body composition and treatment response.
What it measures
DEXA is used to assess bone density.
A DEXA scan is also known as a BMD, or bone mineral densitometry scan. It uses a small dose of radiation to measure the density of bones.
DEXA/BMD can be used to assess
- Osteoporosis
- Fracture risk
- Body composition
- Treatment response
On the day
What happens during the scan?
During the scan, patients lie on their back on a wide, flat bed. A camera arm passes over the patient and takes a series of images.
Lie on the scan bed
The scan is performed while lying on a wide, flat bed.
Images are taken
A camera arm passes over and captures the required image series.
Booking and referrals
Contact the Wanaka clinic or send a DEXA referral.
Charges vary depending on the examination required, and a quote is given at the time of booking. Health professionals can use the online DEXA referral form or print a copy for the patient.
Wanaka clinic
Address: 24 Dungarvon Street, Wanaka
Phone: 03 265 3112
Email: office@southernultrasound.co.nz