I have an appt. for a bone density test...!


Question: I have an appt!. for a bone density test!.!.!.
i know its like a big xray, but i was just wondering!.!. do they do it with ur clothes on or do they give u the paper robe!?!.!.!.!. is it of the whole body or do they just do the part that needs to be checked out!? only answer if u know about bone density tests!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com


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Usually, you will be allowed to remain in your street clothes during the examination, although some facilities may require you to put on a hospital gown!. Avoid wearing clothing with metal zippers, buckles, buttons or other metallic objects because they may affect the bone density measurement!. It is a good idea to wear a comfortable, two-piece outfit such as a sweat suit since for many measurements you will be lying on your back on an examination table!.

The radiologic technologist will position you on a padded table and ask you to remain as still as possible during the test!. The technologist then will use the DXA equipment to scan one or more areas of bone usually the lower back, hip, wrist or forearm!. The DXA exam does not hurt, and you will not feel anything when the x-rays pass through your body!. The exam takes about 15 to 20 minutes!. Www@Answer-Health@Com

they will give you a hospital gown to wear!.!.!.and they will only take the concerned part!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com





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