Densitometry at Poliklinika Atrijum

Densitometry represents a non-invasive, painless diagnostic method measuring bone density (mineral content). It primarily used for early osteoporosis detection, which weakens bones and increases fracture risk, and for monitoring therapy effectiveness in treated patients.

Procedure Details

Densitometry performed using DXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) apparatus emitting two different X-ray energies to precisely measure bone density, typically at hip and lumbar spine areas. The examination lasts just minutes, completely painless, requires no special preparation, with patients lying still while the device scans selected body parts.

Ideal Candidates

Recommended candidates include:

• Women over 50, especially postmenopausal
• Individuals with low body weight
• Those with fracture history from minimal trauma
• Long-term corticosteroid users
• People with family osteoporosis history
• Men over 70

Pre-Examination Guidelines

No special preparation needed. Inform your doctor if pregnant or suspect pregnancy. Delay the exam a few days if recent contrast imaging (like CT with contrast) performed.

DEXXUM T3 Features

Poliklinika Atrijum uses the advanced DEXXUM T3 apparatus, industry gold standard for bone density measurement. Features include high measurement precision, short scan duration (spine: 85 seconds, hip: 65 seconds), minimal radiation exposure, and sophisticated software for detailed result analysis with automatic ROI detection and trend tracking.