Bone health
Osteoporosis Screening
Osteoporosis screening uses a low-dose DEXA scan to measure your bone density and flag early loss — usually before there are any symptoms. You can book a screening directly in Wayne, PA for $250, no referral, and take your results to your own physician.
Risk factors
Osteoporosis develops as bone mineral density decreases, leaving bones weaker and more prone to fracture. It usually progresses quietly, so many people don’t know their bones have changed until a break happens — which is exactly why screening exists.
A number of factors are commonly associated with higher risk, including age, menopause, family history, body weight, and certain medications. Your own combination of factors is best reviewed with your physician, who can help you decide whether and when to screen.
Because Wayne DEXA is a direct-access clinic, you can establish a bone density baseline without waiting for a referral.
Your T-score and what it means
Screening results are reported as a T-score, comparing your bone density to a healthy young-adult reference. Clinicians use established ranges to describe density as normal, low (sometimes called osteopenia), or in the range associated with osteoporosis.
We provide a clear measurement and score; interpreting it, making a diagnosis, and deciding on any next steps are the role of your own physician. Your report is designed to be easy to share with them.
How often to screen
There is no one-size-fits-all schedule. How frequently to repeat screening depends on your results and your risk profile, and is a decision to make with your physician.
When you do rescan, results can be compared over time so you can see how your bone density is trending rather than relying on a single snapshot.
The scan and pricing
The scan
A complete picture of your body composition
- About ten minutes, lying comfortably on a padded table while the scanner passes over you.
- No fasting, no needles, no discomfort.
- A clear, easy-to-read report explaining your results.
Pricing
$250
Single scan
One flat price. No memberships, no hidden fees. Reserve your time online — a card is required to book.
Common questions
What is osteoporosis screening?
Osteoporosis screening uses a DEXA bone density scan to measure your bone mineral density and identify low density before a fracture occurs. Because bone loss is usually silent, screening is how it is most often caught early.
What are the risk factors for osteoporosis?
Commonly cited factors include age, menopause, family history, certain medications, and low body weight, among others. Your personal risk is best assessed with your physician.
How is the result interpreted?
Results are reported as a T-score comparing your bone density to a healthy young-adult reference, with defined ranges for normal, low, and osteoporotic density. Diagnosis belongs with your physician.
How often should screening be repeated?
The right interval depends on your results and risk factors and is set with your physician.
Do I need a referral, and what does it cost?
No referral is needed — you can book directly online. A complete DEXA scan is $250, flat and cash-pay.
A complete DEXA scan is $250 — flat, with no referral or insurance needed.
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