DEXA Bone Density Test

DEXA stands for Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry and is the most widely used test to measure bone mineral density. A dexa bone density test is more accurate than a regular x-rays or CAT scans and requires less radiation exposure.

Dexa scans are now the best method of diagnosing and monitoring osteopenia and osteoporosis. The National Osteoporosis Foundation’s guidelines¹ state that women over 65, younger post menopausal women who have any osteoporosis risk factors and aging men with any osteoporosis risk factors should be tested with DEXA scans.

These tests provide a T-score which is a measure of bone mineral density that compares an individual's bone mineral density to an optimal 30 year old healthy adult’s bone density. A “T-Score” of -1.0 and above indicates normal bone density. A T-score of -1.0 to -2.5 indicates that a person is considered to have low bone mass - a condition called osteopenia. A score below -2.5 indicates osteoporosis.

The AlgaeCal Bone Health Program is using dexa scans to monitor the bone density of patients participating in a significant clinical study being conducted by an independant team of investigators.

AlgaeCal International encourages all current and future customers to measure their bone density with a DEXA scan, and will guarantee an increase in bone mineral density through the use of AlgaeCal and Strontium Boost in as little as 180 days.

(1) National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) www.NOF.org

Latest News on DEXA Scans

Osteoporosis prevention starts now
Jackson Sun, TN - May 5, 2008
Physicians use a dexa scan to determine if someone is at risk for the disease. The scan measures bone density, Roy said. There are certain risk factors ...

Docs Issue Guideline on Screening for Osteoporosis in Men
Washington Post, United States - May 7, 2008
... and should order a DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) scan for men who are at increased risk for osteoporosis and are candidates for drug therapy. ...