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  • Date of your DXA Appointment
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  • Type of Scan required?*
  • The following information link (NHANES BCA) will open in a new tab or window so that you can return to it after completing this form. After clicking the link return to Dexa Scan Sydney tab or window.

    We use the latest technology and the most precise peer reviewed body composition calibration, NHANES BCA to provide you with the most accurate results available in Sydney.

    The results of the study used to determine NHANES BCA Calibration found other methods under-estimate body fat by 4-5%, while overestimating lean body mass by the same factors.

    The study used to determine NHANES BCA Calibration is the most comprehensive ever undertaken on Body Composition. We believe it is vitally important you are provided with accurate results using the very latest technology and most recent peer reviewed studies available.

    Appointment Q&A

    • How long does a Body Composition appointment take?
      Short consult 15 mins. Long Consult 45 Mins.
    • What do I wear?
      It is preferred you wear fitted clothing avoid metal zips and piercings. We have gowns available if required.
    • When do I get my results?
      At your appointment and e-mailed if required

  • The short consult experience is similar to having an X-Ray. The health professional will spend about 10-15 minutes with you and at the end of the scan (scan takes approx 3 minutes) will provide your results, which should then be reviewed with you by your doctor or qualified health professional. You can take your results with you or have us send them to your health professional (or both). 

    You can have your results reviewed at the time of your consult however this requires a long consult (30 minutes) with either an Exercise Physiologist, Nutritionist, Naturopath, Dietician or other health professional qualified in interpreting a DXA report. A long DXA consult needs to be booked at the time of making your appointment.

    Please indicate below if you need us to change your appointment from short to long. 

  • A long conuslt will take approximately 30 minutes and includes a DXA Scan by a qualified health professional, a report for you to take away with you, an interpretation of your results and advice on next steps.

  • We may need to reschedule your appointment. Please complete the rest of the form and we will contact you to confirm. 

  • Procedure
    A bone density scan is a simple, non-invasive and painless exam to measure bone mass in areas such as your lumbar (lower) spine and hip. The standard test uses a low dose X-ray to detect signs of bone thinning and mineral loss.

    The scan measures the density of the spine and hip. The forearm is measured in people with hyperthyroidism or if either hip cannot be scanned.

    A bone density scan takes about 10 minutes, including registration. During the procedure, you will lie on a table scanner for five minutes. A technologist will sit next to you throughout the procedure.

    Preparation
    A bone density scan requires little preparation. You may eat normally and take medications as prescribed by your doctor the morning of your test.

    The only restrictions are:
    • Patients are requested to wear comfortable clothing without zips, wire or any other metal closures or buckles (a tracksuit is ideal). If you do, it will be unnecessary for you to change into a gown.
    • Patients should not take any calcium supplements on the day of the examination
    • The exam should not be performed within 72 hours of a nuclear bone scan.
    • The exam should not be performed within one week of a barium study (e.g. barium meal, barium enema etc).
    • Any previous bone density scans should be brought along to your appointment.

    Results
    The results of your bone density scan will be available within 24 hours. This information will enable your doctor to determine if you’re at risk for fractures and require further evaluation. The lower your bone density, the higher your risk for fracture. Test results also help you and your doctor plan the best course of action for your bone health so remember to make another appointment with your Doctor to discuss your results.


    Confidential Patient Information for Bone Density Scan
  • Are you Currently Pregnant? Pregnant women cannot have a DXA Scan!
  • Have you had an X-ray with contrast material such as barium in the last 7 days?
  • Have you had a previous bone density scan?
  • Have you had a previous lumber spine X-ray?
  • Were any fractures seen?
  • Kidney Disease?
  • Liver Disease?
  • Overactive Thyroid?
  • Parathyroid Disease?
  • Arthritus?
  • Have you ever been on steroid treatment (Prednisone, Becotide)?
  • Malabsorption e.g. Coeliac Disease?
  • Are you on treatment for Osteoporosis?

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