PHYSICIAN PORTAL | BILL PAY MAKE AN APPOINTMENT 352-241-6100 Search LOCATIONS SERVICES FOR PATIENTS FOR PHYSICIANS ABOUT US BLOG AND FAQ CONTACT DEXA SCAN DEXA Scan (Bone Mineral Density Exam) What Is DEXA Scan? DEXA (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) examinations estimate the amount of bone mineral content in specific areas of your body. Two X-Ray energies allow the Radiologist to tell the difference between bone and soft tissue, giving a very accurate estimation of bone density. Often confused with a nuclear medicine bone scan, a bone mineral density measurement with DEXA is painless, and requires no injections, invasive procedures, sedation, special diet or any other advance preparation. During a DEXA exam, the patient lies fully clothed on a padded table while the system scans one or more areas of bone (usually the lower spine or hip). While DEXA uses x-rays, the radiation dose is less than during a chest x-ray. Each patient's bone density is plotted against the "normal" for a healthy young adult or against age matched control data. Available at these locations: Clermont Orangeburg What Should I Expect? You will be asked to lie very still on the scan table, while breathing normally as the scanner arm passes over the area of interest. An exam usually consists of a spine and a single hip scan. It takes about 20 minutes to perform the exam. How Do I Prepare? Unless otherwise instructed, eat normally on the day of the exam and avoid calcium supplements for two hours before your appointment. *Try to avoid wearing metal. Download DEXA Scan Exam Prep How Do I Get My Results? After your study is complete, our board certified radiologist will evaluate the image results and send a full report to your doctor, who will discuss the results with you. YOUR COMMUNITY DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING CENTER MAKE AN APPOINTMENT CLERMONT NEWS The 3 “Must Haves” In Women’S Imaging Have you ever jumped out of bed, excited for your mammogram appointment? Probably not! At Clermont Radiology's Women's Center, we have created a soothing, spa-like environment staffed with caring experts, ... Read More → Screening Mammogram Or Diagnostic Mammogram… What’S The Difference? It is estimated that 1 out of every 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Mammography plays an important role in the early diagnosis ... Read More → At What Age Can I Stop Getting Mammograms? Most women begin having annual screening mammograms around age 40. But if you are 55 or older, you may be wondering "at what age can I can stop getting mammograms?" The ... Read More → PHONE 352-241-6100 FAX 352-241-6101 MAKE AN APPOINTMENT Filling out the form does not guarantee an appointment until confirmed via phone or email by a patient care representative. Name * Phone Number * Email Address * Date of Birth Preferred Location * -- Please Select -- Clermont Clermont Kings Ridge Columbia Florence Myrtle Beach Ocala Orangeburg Preferred Contact Method Phone Email Requested Date Requested Time Exam Type -- Please Select -- MRI CT Scan Ultrasound X-ray Mammogram DEXA Scan Referring Provider Sign up to receive the latest news from Clermont Radiology Disclaimer: By submitting this form you allow Clermont Radiology to provide you with more marketing information using texting, email or phone contact. Send 352-241-6100 352-241-6101 info@clermontradiology.com LOCATIONS » Clermont 352-241-6100 » Kings Ridge 352-241-6100 » Columbia 803-988-0082 » Florence 843-292-0082 » Myrtle Beach 843-692-0040 » Ocala 352-241-6100 » Orangeburg 803-536-1106 RESOURCES » Physician Portal » Bill Pay » Exam Preparation We offer same day appointments and accept most insurance plans. Language interpretation services are available including sign language. Copyright © 2005-2021 Clermont Radiology. All Rights Reserved