Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA), in Nagpur

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 Laxmi Nagar or Hingna, Nagpur. Wear loose clothing without metal fasteners, and remove jewellery before the scan.

Single standalone test:

Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA). Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

When does a doctor order Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA)?

Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) is commonly included in bone health screening or osteoporosis panels. Doctors order it when patients have fracture(s), unexplained height loss, or risk factors like menopause.

Who should get Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) done in Nagpur?

Nagpur's growing population, extreme summer heat with high dehydration and kidney-stone risk, oil- and sugar-rich diet driving diabetes and heart disease, and seasonal monsoon infections make regular preventive diagnostic testing worthwhile for residents across the city. Those who benefit most from Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) include patients needing structural assessment that bloodwork cannot provide, and anyone under surveillance for a previously detected abnormality in Nagpur.

What can Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) help detect?

It helps diagnose osteoporosis and monitor treatment response. Low results can result from aging, hormone changes, long-term steroid use, poor nutrition, smoking, or inactivity. A family history of fractures or osteoporosis often makes this test more important.

What do Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) results mean?

An imaging report describes what the scan shows and whether it is normal or reveals a specific finding. A qualified radiologist interprets the images, and your doctor explains what any finding means for you and whether a further test or treatment is needed. The FAQs below cover what this scan can and cannot show.

How often should Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) 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 Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) results are ready?

You will be notified the moment results are ready, usually the same day for routine tests. Open the report in the GetVisit app to see each value beside its reference range, share it with your doctor in a tap, or book a specialist consultation to talk it through.