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

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 Arilova or Anakapalle, Visakhapatnam. 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 DEXA done in Visakhapatnam?

Visakhapatnam's coastal climate and cyclone-season infection risk, industrial and port workforce, rice-heavy diet driving diabetes and heart disease, and high summer humidity make regular preventive diagnostic testing a sound habit 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 Visakhapatnam.

What can 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 DEXA 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 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 your DEXA 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.