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What are the tests that indicate bone loss?
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DXA: A bone density test, (aka dual energy x-ray absorptiometry or dxa) is like a special x-ray and measures how much bone is in the spine, hip and sometimes wrist.
Answered 5/19/2013
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X-ray: Aspecial x-ray test called a DEXA scan is done to look at the hip and spine (two areas that are indicators of bone loss). The test does not hurt and usually takes 10-15 minutes. Some clinics have screening tests that involve placing your foot into a machine that looks at heel bone density, but the DEXA is the definitive test.
Answered 2/19/2015
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