Bone Densitometry

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.



A patient lying on the densitometer table, about to undergo an imaging exam. A patient lying on the densitometer table, about to undergo an imaging exam.

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Bone densitometry is a medical service offered at Hospital Angeles Valle Oriente. This technique is used to measure bone mineral density and assess bone health. Bone densitometry is particularly useful in the diagnosis and monitoring of conditions such as osteoporosis, as it allows for the evaluation of bone loss and helps prevent potential fractures.

At Hospital Angeles Valle Oriente a team of highly trained professionals and state-of-the-art technology to perform this test accurately and reliably. Our goal is to provide our patients with quality care, enabling them to obtain accurate and reliable results for their diagnosis and treatment.

Bone densitometry is a quick, non-invasive procedure that requires no prior preparation. During the test, the patient lies on an examination table and undergoes a series of scans to measure bone mineral density in different parts of the body, such as the spine, hip, or forearm.

If you are looking for a high-quality, reliable bone densitometry service performed by experts, don’t hesitate to visit us at Hospital Angeles Valle Oriente. We are committed to your health and well-being.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bone densitometry is a medical test used to measure bone mineral density and assess bone health. It is primarily used to diagnose and monitor osteoporosis and to assess the risk of bone fractures.

During a bone densitometry test, the patient lies on a table while a machine emits a small amount of X-ray radiation to measure bone mineral density. The procedure is quick, painless, and noninvasive.

No special preparation is required for 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 generally 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 does not pose a significant health risk.

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