Core Services
Bone densitometry (DXA)
GE PRODIGY PRIMO BONE DENSITOMETRY SYSTEM
The Prodigy Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) assessment system delivers with exceptional precision and low-dose radiation, provides precise data on soft tissue and bone composition, including bone-mineral density (BMD), lean- and fat-tissue mass, and percentage of fat.
Preparation Details
- By appointment only.
- Please notify our staff if the examinee is pregnant or pregnancy is suspected.
- The examination should be performed at least 14 days after barium or nuclear medicine studies.
- The examination should be performed prior to oral, rectal or IV contrast studies, or at least 7 days after any of these studies.
- Please do not take any calcium or mineral supplements 24 hours before the examination.