6 point Dexa scan, in Bengaluru

Fasting and dietary instructions:

Most imaging scans need no fasting. Some abdominal ultrasounds require a few hours of fasting or a full bladder, so follow the specific instruction shown when you book, or ask the centre.

Medication guidance:

Continue your regular medication unless told otherwise. Tell the centre if you have diabetes, kidney problems, or allergies, especially if a contrast study is planned.

What to bring:

Bring your doctor's referral, a valid photo ID, your insurance card if using cashless OPD, and any previous scans or reports so the radiologist can compare.

Timing:

Book a slot that suits you at an accredited GetVisit centre in Malleshwaram or Brookfield, Bengaluru. Wear loose clothing without metal fasteners, and remove jewellery before the scan.

Six-site bone density imaging, lumbar spine, both hips (total hip), both femoral necks, and forearm.

When does a doctor order 6 point Dexa scan?

6 point Dexa scan is part of a bone health or osteoporosis assessment and is used for people with risk factors such as older age, menopause, prior fractures, long-term steroid use, or low body weight. Doctors order it for unexplained back pain, loss of height, or to monitor treatment for osteoporosis.

Who should get 6 point Dexa scan done in Bengaluru?

Bengaluru's 12 million metropolitan population, year-round dengue risk, rising NAFLD and diabetes burden among its massive IT workforce, and rapidly growing outer areas with variable water quality make regular preventive diagnostic testing an important part of health management for residents across every neighbourhood. Those who benefit most from 6 point Dexa scan include patients needing structural assessment that bloodwork cannot provide, and anyone under surveillance for a previously detected abnormality in Bengaluru.

What can 6 point Dexa scan help detect?

Abnormal results can come from aging, hormonal changes, medications, smoking, poor diet, or other medical conditions, and family history of fractures raises the need for testing.

What do 6 point Dexa scan results mean?

Findings are graded from normal to significant, and comparison with any previous scan shows whether a known finding is stable, improving, or progressing. Your doctor explains the report in the context of your symptoms. See the FAQs below for more detail on this scan.

How often should 6 point Dexa scan be repeated?

For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.

What happens after 6 point Dexa scan results are ready?

Once your results appear in your GetVisit profile, discuss them with your doctor or a GetVisit-verified specialist. Your doctor will interpret each value in the context of your full health history, current medications, and symptoms, and advise on the next step: lifestyle change, repeat testing, medication adjustment, or specialist referral. All GetVisit reports are stored permanently and can be shared with any doctor instantly.