How long does a DEXA scan take?

The DEXA scan itself takes only 10-15 minutes, during which you lie comfortably on a padded table while the scanner arm passes slowly above you. The total appointment, including check-in, positioning, and changing, is typically under 30 minutes. Unlike MRI or CT, there is no enclosed tunnel, and the scanner is quiet and open. You simply need to stay still for the duration of the measurement to ensure accurate results.

How do I prepare for a DEXA scan?

Preparation is minimal. Stop taking calcium supplements 24 hours before your appointment, as calcium residue in the digestive tract can interfere with readings. No fasting is required, and you may eat and drink normally. Wear comfortable clothing without metal zippers, buttons, or underwire. Inform our team if you have had a recent barium study or CT with contrast, as residual contrast material may affect accuracy. Remove jewellery and belts before the scan.

How often should I get a DEXA scan?

For routine monitoring, DEXA scans are typically repeated every 2-3 years. If you are on osteoporosis treatment such as bisphosphonates, denosumab, or teriparatide, your doctor may recommend annual scans to track treatment response. A shorter interval of 1-2 years may also be appropriate for patients on long-term corticosteroids or those with rapidly declining bone density. Your physician will recommend the optimal schedule based on your individual risk factors and treatment plan.

Yes, DEXA scanning is extremely safe. The radiation dose is approximately 0.001 mSv, which is less than 3% of a standard chest X-ray and roughly equivalent to the natural background radiation you receive in a few hours of daily life. This exceptionally low dose makes DEXA safe for repeated monitoring over many years. The scan involves no injections, no contrast dye, and no enclosed spaces. It is safe for the vast majority of patients, with the only contraindication being pregnancy.

Who should get a DEXA scan?

DEXA screening is recommended for all women aged 65 and older, men aged 70 and older, postmenopausal women under 65 with risk factors such as low body weight, smoking, or family history of hip fracture, and anyone who has experienced a fragility fracture. Additionally, patients on long-term corticosteroids, those with conditions that affect bone metabolism (thyroid disease, rheumatoid arthritis, coeliac disease), and individuals with early menopause should be evaluated.

What do T-scores and Z-scores mean?

T-scores compare your bone density to that of a healthy 30-year-old adult at peak bone mass. A T-score above -1.0 is classified as normal bone density. A score between -1.0 and -2.5 indicates osteopenia, meaning bone density is lower than normal but not yet osteoporosis. A T-score of -2.5 or below indicates osteoporosis. Z-scores compare your density to the expected range for someone of your same age, sex, and ethnicity, and are particularly useful for premenopausal women, men under 50, and children.

How soon will I get my DEXA results?

Reports are typically available within 18-24 hours and are sent directly to your referring physician. Same-day reporting is available for urgent cases. Your report will include T-scores and Z-scores for each measured site (lumbar spine, femoral neck, total hip), trend comparison with previous scans if available, and a clinical interpretation with recommendations for follow-up or treatment consideration by our subspecialty radiologists.

Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in Dubai?

For insurance coverage, most providers require a physician referral specifying the clinical indication. Referrals from general practitioners, gynaecologists, endocrinologists, rheumatologists, or orthopaedic specialists are accepted. If you do not have a referral, our in-house GPs can assess your risk factors and provide one, often on the same visit. Self-pay patients may book directly without a referral. We accept direct billing with over 20 insurers.

What is the FRAX fracture risk assessment tool?

FRAX is a clinically validated algorithm developed by the World Health Organization that combines your DEXA bone density results with clinical risk factors such as age, sex, BMI, smoking status, alcohol intake, steroid use, and fracture history to calculate your 10-year probability of major osteoporotic fracture and hip fracture. This integrated risk score helps your doctor make treatment decisions, particularly for patients in the osteopenia range where T-scores alone may not clearly indicate whether treatment is needed.

Can DEXA measure body composition?

Yes, whole-body DEXA can provide detailed body composition analysis including total body fat percentage, lean muscle mass, visceral adipose tissue estimation, and regional fat distribution. This makes it valuable not only for osteoporosis assessment but also for fitness monitoring, weight management programmes, and metabolic health evaluation. Athletes use DEXA body composition scans to track training progress, while physicians use it to assess sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) risk.

Will osteoporosis treatment improve my DEXA results?

Yes, effective osteoporosis treatment typically results in measurable improvements in bone density on follow-up DEXA scans. Bisphosphonates such as alendronate and risedronate generally increase spine bone density by 5-8% and hip density by 3-5% over 3-5 years. Denosumab and anabolic agents like teriparatide may produce even larger gains. Serial DEXA scans allow your doctor to confirm that treatment is working and make adjustments if bone density is not responding as expected.

Is DEXA accurate for people with spinal implants or arthritis?

Spinal degenerative changes, compression fractures, osteophytes (bone spurs), and metal implants can artificially elevate lumbar spine bone density readings on DEXA. In these cases, your radiologist may rely primarily on hip measurements for accurate assessment. At DCDC, our subspecialty radiologists are experienced in recognising and accounting for these confounding factors, ensuring your report accurately reflects your true bone health status. They will note any limitations and recommend the most reliable measurement sites.

Does vitamin D deficiency affect DEXA results?

Vitamin D deficiency itself does not directly alter DEXA measurements, but severe, prolonged deficiency leads to impaired calcium absorption and secondary hyperparathyroidism, which accelerates bone loss over time. This means a patient with vitamin D deficiency may have lower bone density on DEXA than they would otherwise. Correcting vitamin D levels is an essential first step in any osteoporosis management plan. In Dubai, vitamin D deficiency is remarkably common despite the sunny climate, affecting up to 80% of the population.

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DEXA Scan sa Dubai: Bone Density at Osteoporosis Screening

Gold standard na pagsusuri ng kalusugan ng buto na may minimal na radiation

DEXA scan procedure na nagpapakita ng pasyente sa bone density scanner sa DCDC Dubai Healthcare City

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Ang DEXA scan ay sumusukat ng iyong bone mineral density para ma-diagnose ang osteoporosis at masuri ang panganib ng bali. Ito ang pandaigdigang gold standard para sa pagsusuri ng kalusugan ng buto, tumatagal lamang ng 10-15 minuto na may radiation exposure na mas mababa sa 3% ng chest X-ray.

Maaaring irekomenda ng iyong doktor ang DEXA scan kung ikaw ay postmenopausal, higit sa 65 taong gulang, gumagamit ng matagalang steroid, o may iba pang risk factor para sa pagkawala ng buto. Ang tumpak na mga sukat ay nakakatulong sa mga desisyon sa paggamot at pagsubaybay kung gaano kahusay gumagana ang mga gamot.

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Komprehensibong serbisyo sa dexa scan sa DCDC Dubai Healthcare City.

Bone Density (Spine & Hip)

Standard DEXA para sa diagnosis ng osteoporosis at panganib ng bali.

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Full Body Composition

Porsyento ng body fat, lean muscle, at bone density analysis.

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Maagang pagtuklas para sa mga postmenopausal na babae at mga pasyenteng may panganib.

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Treatment Monitoring

Pagsubaybay sa bisa ng gamot sa pamamagitan ng follow-up scan.

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Sino ang Dapat Kumuha ng DEXA Scan?

Inirerekomenda ang DEXA scan para sa sinumang may panganib ng osteoporosis o pagkawala ng buto. Ang tumpak na mga sukat ay nakakatulong sa pag-diagnose ng osteoporosis, pagsusuri ng panganib ng bali, at pagsubaybay sa bisa ng paggamot.

Pinakakaraniwan

Mga babaeng 65+ para sa routine na osteoporosis screening

Pinakakaraniwan

Mga postmenopausal na babae na wala pang 65 na may mga risk factor

Mga lalaking 70+ para sa pagsusuri ng bone density

Kasaysayan ng bali mula sa minimal na trauma

Matagalang paggamit ng steroid (3+ buwan)

Pagmonitor ng bisa ng paggamot sa osteoporosis

Pinakakaraniwan

Mga babaeng 65+ para sa routine na osteoporosis screening

Pinakakaraniwan

Mga postmenopausal na babae na wala pang 65 na may mga risk factor

Mga lalaking 70+ para sa pagsusuri ng bone density

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Mabilis na Resulta

Mga ulat na may T-score at Z-score sa loob ng 18-24 oras. Same-day para sa mga urgent na kaso.

Suporta sa Insurance

Direct billing sa 20+ na insurer. Kami ang nag-aayos ng pre-authorization para sa iyo.

Maginhawang Lokasyon

Building 64, Block A sa Dubai Healthcare City. Libreng parking sa lugar.

Mga Dalubhasang Radiologist

Mga subspecialist sa bone density at pagsusuri ng osteoporosis.

Karanasan ng Pasyente

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MOHAP Licensed

Accredited na diagnostic center sa Dubai Healthcare City. License NIMY7VY5-240925.

Mabilis na Resulta

Mga ulat na may T-score at Z-score sa loob ng 18-24 oras. Same-day para sa mga urgent na kaso.

Suporta sa Insurance

Direct billing sa 20+ na insurer. Kami ang nag-aayos ng pre-authorization para sa iyo.

Maginhawang Lokasyon

Building 64, Block A sa Dubai Healthcare City. Libreng parking sa lugar.

Mga Dalubhasang Radiologist

Mga subspecialist sa bone density at pagsusuri ng osteoporosis.

Karanasan ng Pasyente

4.8/5 na rating sa Google. Mabilis at komportableng scan.

Ang Iyong Komportableng Pagbisita

Isang simple, hakbang-hakbang na proseso ng DEXA scan na dinisenyo para sa kaginhawahan, bilis, at katumpakan.

Check-in

Pag-verify ng insurance at pagkumpirma ng appointment.

Paghahanda

Tanggalin ang metal, magpalit ng gown kung kinakailangan.

Pagpoposisyon

Humiga nang komportable sa padded table.

Scan

10-15 minuto. Humiga nang nakatigil habang dumadaan ang scanner sa ibabaw mo.

Mga Resulta

T-score at Z-score sa iyong doktor sa loob ng 18-24 oras.

Presyo ng DEXA Scan

Ang presyo ng DEXA sa Dubai ay nag-iiba ayon sa uri ng scan, mga kinakailangan sa contrast, at insurance coverage para sa bone density scan.

Ang presyo ay nag-iiba ayon sa uri ng scan at kung kailangan ng contrast
Tinatanggap ang insurance coverage na may referral at verification
Transparent na self-pay rate na available na may instant na presyo kapag hiniling

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Ano ang Aasahan sa Iyong DEXA Scan

Mabilis at walang sakit na proseso na walang saradong tunnel.

Bago

Simple lang ang paghahanda.
Pagkain:Hindi kailangan mag-ayuno - kumain at uminom nang normal.
Calcium:Iwasan ang mga supplement 24 oras bago ang scan.
Damit:Magsuot ng damit na walang metal. Maaaring magpalit ng gown.
Ipaalam sa amin:Tungkol sa mga kamakailang X-ray, CT scan, o metal implant.

Habang

Mabilis at walang sakit.
Tagal:10-15 minuto. Kabuuang bisita na wala pang 30 minuto.
Proseso:Humiga sa padded table habang dumadaan ang scanner arm sa ibabaw mo.
Open design:Walang saradong tunnel. Makikita mo ang iyong paligid.
Radiation:Mas mababa sa 3% ng chest X-ray. Labis na mababa.

Pagkatapos

Walang recovery time.
Mga aktibidad:Ipagpatuloy ang lahat agad. Walang pagbabawal.
Mga Resulta:T-score at Z-score na ipapadala sa iyong doktor sa loob ng 18-24 oras.
Pag-unawa:Ipinapakita ng mga resulta ang bone density kumpara sa malusog na pamantayan.

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Mga Kasosyo sa Insurance

•20+ na insurance provider sa Dubai kabilang ang Daman, AXA, ADNIC, at iba pa
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Pre-Authorization

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Co-Pay Lang

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Ang Iyong Espesyalista

Dr. Osama Elzamzami

Consultant Radiologist

MD, Consultant Radiologist

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Understanding DEXA: The Gold Standard for Bone Health Assessment

Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) is the internationally recognised gold standard for measuring bone mineral density (BMD). The technology works by directing two X-ray beams of different energy levels through the bone being examined. Because bone and soft tissue absorb these beams differently, the scanner can precisely calculate the amount of mineral present per square centimetre of bone. This measurement, expressed in grams per square centimetre (g/cm2), is then compared to reference populations to generate T-scores and Z-scores that clinicians use for diagnosis and treatment decisions.

Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disease characterised by low bone mass and deterioration of bone microarchitecture, leading to increased bone fragility and fracture risk. The condition affects an estimated 200 million people worldwide and is responsible for approximately 8.9 million fractures annually. In the UAE, the prevalence of osteoporosis is significant, particularly among postmenopausal women, due to factors including vitamin D deficiency from indoor lifestyles, low calcium intake, and physical inactivity. Hip fractures carry a mortality rate of 20-30% in the first year, making early detection through DEXA scanning a potentially life-saving intervention.

The standard DEXA examination measures bone density at two primary sites: the lumbar spine (L1-L4 vertebrae) and the proximal femur (femoral neck and total hip). These sites are measured because they are the most common locations for osteoporotic fractures and respond well to treatment monitoring. For patients where spine or hip measurements are unreliable due to degenerative disease, fractures, or metal implants, the distal radius (forearm) can be used as an alternative site. Whole-body DEXA provides additional information about body composition, including lean muscle mass, fat percentage, and regional fat distribution.

At DCDC Dubai Healthcare City, our DEXA service is integrated within a comprehensive bone health pathway. Beyond providing accurate BMD measurements, our radiologists incorporate FRAX fracture risk calculations into every report, helping physicians make evidence-based treatment decisions. For patients diagnosed with osteoporosis, we offer streamlined referrals to endocrinologists and rheumatologists within our network. Follow-up DEXA scans are performed on the same machine using consistent positioning protocols, ensuring reliable comparison of serial measurements to track treatment effectiveness over time.

Conditions and Applications

Osteoporosis Diagnosis

Definitive diagnosis of osteoporosis based on T-scores below -2.5, enabling timely treatment initiation.

Osteopenia Assessment

Identification of reduced bone density (T-score -1.0 to -2.5) for early intervention and fracture prevention.

Fracture Risk Prediction

FRAX-based 10-year fracture probability calculation combining BMD with clinical risk factors.

Treatment Monitoring

Serial DEXA measurements to assess effectiveness of bisphosphonates, denosumab, or anabolic therapies.

Steroid-Induced Osteoporosis

Baseline and monitoring scans for patients on long-term glucocorticoid therapy at high risk for bone loss.

Secondary Osteoporosis

Assessment for bone loss caused by thyroid disease, coeliac disease, chronic kidney disease, or hormonal disorders.

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Galugarin ang iba pang serbisyo sa diagnostics at konsultasyon na available sa aming klinika sa Dubai Healthcare City.

Bone Health Consultation

Dalubhasang pagsusuri para sa kalusugan ng buto at panganib ng bali

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Konsultasyon sa Orthopedic

Espesyalistang pagsusuri ng buto at kasukasuan para sa pag-iwas sa bali

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Women's Health Services

Komprehensibong serbisyo sa kalusugan ng kababaihan kabilang ang pagmonitor ng bone density

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Walang radiation na imaging para sa kondisyon ng buto at kasukasuan

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X-Ray Scan

Mabilis na bone imaging para sa bali at pinsala

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Health Checkup

Komprehensibong health screening kabilang ang pagsusuri ng kalusugan ng buto

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Mga Madalas Itanong

Mga karaniwang tanong tungkol sa DEXA Scan sa Dubai.

10-15 minuto. Ang kabuuang bisita ay karaniwan wala pang 30 minuto kasama ang check-in.

Iwasan ang calcium supplement 24 oras bago. Hindi kailangan mag-ayuno. Magsuot ng damit na walang metal.

Tuwing 2-3 taon para sa routine monitoring. Taun-taon kung nasa osteoporosis treatment ka. Ang iyong doktor ang magrerekomenda batay sa iyong sitwasyon.

Oo. Ang radiation ay labis na mababa - mas mababa sa 3% ng chest X-ray. Ligtas para sa paulit-ulit na pagmonitor.

Mga babaeng 65+, mga lalaking 70+, mga postmenopausal na babae na may mga risk factor, sinumang gumagamit ng matagalang steroid, at mga may nakaraang bali.

Ang T-score ay kinukumpara ka sa isang malusog na 30 taong gulang: higit sa -1.0 ay normal, -1.0 hanggang -2.5 ay osteopenia, mas mababa sa -2.5 ay osteoporosis. Ang Z-score ay kinukumpara ka sa mga tao na kapareho mong edad.

Sa loob ng 18-24 oras. Same-day para sa mga urgent na kaso. Kasama sa mga resulta ang T-score at Z-score.

Oo, para sa insurance coverage. Kung wala kang referral, ang aming mga GP ay maaaring magbigay nito - kadalasan sa parehong araw.

Mga Pangunahing Katotohanan

Modalidad:

DEXA Scan

Pangunahing Indikasyon:

Bone density measurement and osteoporosis screening

Tagal:

10-20 minutes

Paghahanda:

Avoid calcium supplements 24 hours before scan. No fasting required.

Oras ng Report:

24-48 hours (same-day available for urgent cases)

Lokasyon:

Dubai Healthcare City

Insurance:

Most major insurance accepted (Daman, AXA, Bupa, etc.)

Medikal na Pagsusuri at Pamamahala

Lahat ng serbisyo ay ibinibigay sa ilalim ng pamamahala ng mga lisensyadong propesyonal sa medisina sa aming MOHAP-accredited na pasilidad.