Bone Density Scans

DEXA Scans at Norman Regional

What is a DEXA Scan?

A DEXA Scan (or DXA Scan) is a bone density test that measures how strong your bones are. DXA, short for dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, measures the amount of calcium and minerals in your bones. A higher amount of minerals in your bones means they are denser and stronger, and the less likely they are to break. DEXA Scans help diagnose osteoporosis.

Who Should Get a DEXA Scan?

• All females over 65 and males over 70 should have a bone density test.
• All people over the age of 50 with risk factors should have a bone density test. Risk factors include:
  • Diabetes
  • Certain medications
  • Menopause
  • Early menopause
  • Hysterectomy
  • Family history
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Celiac disease
  • Low testosterone
  • GI surgery
  • Bariatric surgery
  • Thyroid problems
  • Rheumatoid arthritis

Ask your doctor to order a DEXA with Trabecular Bone Score (TBS) to get the most information.

DEXA Patients

• Please do not take calcium supplements or multivitamins 72 hours (3 days) prior to your exam.
• Please wear clothing that is not embellished with metal such as zippers, snaps or beads.

DEXA Scan Locations

Women's Healthcare Plaza
3440 R.C. Luttrell Dr., Suite 103, Norman, OK 73072

Norman Regional Nine
2000 Ann Branden Blvd., Norman, OK 73071

Norman Regional Moore
700 S. Telephone Rd., Moore, OK 73160

To get scheduled for your bone density scan with Norman Regional Imaging, please call 405-307-2290.
For bone density scan questions, please call 405-307-2600.