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Bone Densitometry

Hospital Angeles bone densitometry services for the diagnosis and monitoring of bone diseases. Take care of your health with us! Come visit us.

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The Bone Densitometry Service at Hospital Angeles Del Carmen in assessing bone mineral density and determining the risk of fractures and osteoporosis. Bone densitometry is particularly important for older adults and those with risk factors for osteoporosis, such as menopause or long-term use of certain medications.

During the bone densitometry procedure, a specialized machine is used to measure the amount of calcium and other minerals in the bones. This information is used to calculate bone mineral density and compare it to normal values for the patient’s age and sex.

Bone densitometry is a quick, painless, and non-invasive test. It requires no special preparation and can be performed at any time of day. The test results are provided to the patient and their doctor, who can use this information to make decisions regarding the treatment and prevention of bone diseases.

At Hospital Angeles Del Carmen a highly trained medical team and state-of-the-art technology to perform bone densitometry in a timely manner. Our goal is to provide quality service and contribute to the health and well-being of our patients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bone densitometry is a medical test used to measure bone mineral density and assess bone health.

During a bone density test, the patient lies down on the scanner table, which emits a small amount of radiation to scan the bones. The procedure is quick, painless, and noninvasive.

No special preparation is required before undergoing a bone densitometry test. However, it is recommended that you avoid taking calcium supplements or medications containing calcium before the test, as they may affect the results.

The exact duration of a bone densitometry test can vary, but it usually takes about 10 to 30 minutes.

Yes, bone densitometry is a safe and widely used procedure. The amount of radiation used is extremely low and is not considered harmful to most people. However, pregnant women should inform their doctor before undergoing this test.

Hospitals that offer this service

Hospital Angeles Andares Hospital Angeles Clínica Londres Hospital Angeles Del Carmen Hospital Angeles Lindavista Hospital Angeles Lomas Hospital Angeles Metropolitano Hospital Angeles Morelia Hospital Angeles Pedregal Hospital Angeles San Luis Potosí Hospital Angeles Puebla Hospital Angeles Roma Hospital Angeles Tampico Hospital Angeles Torreón Hospital Angeles Valle Oriente Hospital Angeles Xalapa