Diagnostic Tests Archive

BONE MINERAL DENSITY (BMD)

• Do not take calcium supplements for at least 24 hours before the exam
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing without metal fasteners
• Remove all jewelry, metal objects, or items in pockets
• Inform the technologist if you are pregnant
• You can usually take your medications as normal.

BONE DENSITOMETRY OF LATERAL SPINE (LVA)

Lateral vertebral assessment (LVA) in dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry is a reliable, low-radiation, accurate, and cost-effective method for VF assessment.

• Do not take calcium supplements for at least 24 to 48 hours
• You may eat and drink normally on the day of the exam.
• Choose clothing that does not have metal zippers, belts, snaps, or buttons.
• You will need to remove items like keys
• You may be asked to change into a hospital gown for the procedure.
• Inform the doctor or technologist if you are pregnant
• Inform your doctor if you have recently had a barium study, a radioisotope injection

BONE DENSITOMETRY of both hip

BONE DENSITOMETRY of Lumbar Spine

BONE DENSITOMETRY of Lateral Spine (LVA)

BONE DENSITOMETRY OF Total Body

BONE DENSITOMETRY OF Single Hip Lt./Rt.

BONE DENSITOMETRY OF Single Femur

BONE DENSITOMETRY OF Dual Femur

BONE DENSITOMETRY OF A/P Spine