The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends bone density testing to help prevent fractures for: - Women aged 65 or older - Women aged 64 and younger who have reached menopause and have a higher risk of osteoporosis In addition, ask your primary care doctor if a DEXA scan would be appropriate if you fall into one of the following categories: - People who have had a fracture after age 50 - Men ages 50–69 who have osteoporosis risk factors - Men aged 70 or older