Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry
Synonyms: Single Energy X-ray Absorptiometry
Abbreviations: DEXA, SXA
Definition: A test that measures bone mineral density of the body. Compare to Single Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (SXA) that measures only the wrist or heel bone. See article on BMD cited below.
For more information: See DEXA scan. See an article about BMD. Also see an article about bone loss and hormone therapy at PSA-Rising Magazine.
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