HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Does This DEXA Scan For Measuring Bone Density Indicate?

default
Posted on Sat, 10 May 2014
Question: What dies a Dexa bone score of L1-L4 BMD (g/cm2) 1.63- T-score 3.6 mean for a womwn 70 yrs old.?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (5 hours later)
Brief Answer: Bone Mineral density Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. DEXA (dual energy X-ray absorptiometry) scan is a tool which measures the density or the mineral (calcium and magnesium) content of the bone. In conditions like Osteoporosis which is common in old age, the mineralization of the bone is less, resulting in low calcium in bones. This leads to easy fractures and bone pains. The DEXA scan identifies such conditions where the bone has lost the mineral in it. The severity can be assessed by scores given by the scan one such score is T-Score. T-score less than -2.5 indicate that there is mineral loss in the bone and diagnosis of osteoporosis can be considered. Kindly confirm which amongst the readings provided is the T score, I shall opine on the same. Wish you good health. regards,
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Raju A.T

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2008

Answered : 4927 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask an Orthopaedic Surgeon
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Does This DEXA Scan For Measuring Bone Density Indicate?

Brief Answer: Bone Mineral density Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. DEXA (dual energy X-ray absorptiometry) scan is a tool which measures the density or the mineral (calcium and magnesium) content of the bone. In conditions like Osteoporosis which is common in old age, the mineralization of the bone is less, resulting in low calcium in bones. This leads to easy fractures and bone pains. The DEXA scan identifies such conditions where the bone has lost the mineral in it. The severity can be assessed by scores given by the scan one such score is T-Score. T-score less than -2.5 indicate that there is mineral loss in the bone and diagnosis of osteoporosis can be considered. Kindly confirm which amongst the readings provided is the T score, I shall opine on the same. Wish you good health. regards,