1226
TILTON ROAD
NORTHFIELD, NJ 08225
609-383-2400 - PHONE
609-383-2407 - FAX
HOURS:
MONDAY thru FRIDAY 6:00 am - 9:00 pm SATURDAY 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Welcome to Tilton Dynamic Imaging, HOME OF THE FIRST STAND UP MRI IN NEW JERSEY where our goal is to provide patient care and service at the highest level available.
This state of the art facility contains the latest in diagnostic technology delivered to you by our staff of caring and experienced medical professionals. Our team of Board Certified Radiologists will work with your Physician to provide prompt and accurate diagnostic data unavailable at any other facility in the region.
Your comfort and well being is what matters to us. From the procedure itself to processing complicated insurance forms, Tilton Dynamic Imaging will make every effort to turn this trying time into a pleasant experience.
Dexascan
What is a Dexascan?
DEXA stands for Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry. This scan is a test to assess your bone mineral density.
Why was I sent for this procedure?
Patients are referred for this test by their physician to detect the presence of osteoporosis or monitor bone density to predict future bone fracture risk. It is a useful tool for those women contemplating hormone replacement therapy at menopause. Men and women with certain risk factors can be referred for this test. The risks include history of bone fracture, advanced age, removal of the ovaries, early menopause, the use of certain medications such as steroids, a low calcium diet and lack of exercise. This is a safe procedure which assists your doctor in evaluating bone loss.
How does it work?
Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry works by measuring
the amount of x-rays that are absorbed by the bones in your body. You
will be asked to lie down, without moving on 
the
examination scan table. A certified tech will then have the DEXA scanner
pass over one part of your body such as a wrist or hip. The scanner will
then pass over a second part of your body, a different part than the first.
The two x-rays allow the machine to differentiate between bone and soft
tissue, which then, can give a very accurate estimation of your bone density.
What will I experience?
X-rays are painless, therefore you will not feel any discomfort during the procedure. This procedure takes about 20 minutes.
Are x-rays dangerous?
The x-ray dose from your DEXA scan is only about 1/10th of that received from other x-rays. It’s about equivalent to the naturally occurring radiation you are exposed to in a week. It is a very safe test.
Preparing for your procedure
Wear comfortable clothes. You can eat normally on the day of your exam. Do not take any calcium supplements for 24 hours prior to the procedure, but a multi-vitamin is fine. Do not schedule this test if you have had, or are going to have any contrast studies for one week prior to your DEXA scan.
After the test
You may resume your normal activities.
