DEXA or DXA stands for “Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry,” which is a type of bone density technology. The DEXA machine takes a picture of your bones and calculates their density. Physicians commonly ...

Bone density tests are fairly quick. It is a painless, noninvasive exam that usually takes around 10 minutes, Baum says. As you lay down, the X-ray machine will take images of the hips and ...

The two tests should show the same results for the volunteer’s bone density. You should also ask your doctor if the DEXA machine is properly maintained—and if it is possible to have all your DEXA ...