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 What is the DEXA/DXA body composition analysis?

Look beyond the scale and get an in-depth body composition analysis with the DEXA Scan. Using x-ray technology, the DEXA Scan provides a detailed, segmental analysis of your fat and lean mass, visceral fat, and bone density measurements.*

*Individual location results may vary

What are the benefits?

Get an in-depth body composition analysis with this scan that provides valuable information about your lean and fat mass, and what each means for your overall wellness. Using dual x-ray technology, the DEXA Scan provides comprehensive, precise measurements of total body fat percentage, along with segmental body fat distribution in regions such as arms, legs, android (waist), gynoid (hips), as well as visceral fat.* This scan can be used by anyone to track the impact and efficacy of their diet or exercise regimen. Test with Fitnescity to proactively pinpoint problems and track progress over time with their nationwide network of test partners and personalized digital dashboard.

*Individual location results may vary.

What results will I receive?

You will receive an email from Fitnescity within two business days with a login for your personal online results dashboard where you will find your results including interpretation and anthropometric data.

• Your results will include your total body fat mass, total non-fat mass, bone mass, regional body fat and non-fat mass distribution (trunk, arms, legs and android/gynoid regions) and generalized bone mineral density.

• Unless noted otherwise, the results will also include a Visceral Fat/Abdominal Fat (VAT) reading.

Please note that DEXA scans do subject you to small amounts of radiation.  A whole body scan produces a level of radiation equivalent to flying by airplane from New York to California. 

 What is the test protocol?

• Wear comfortable clothes, such as gym attire.

• Do not wear any items with metal or hard plastic, such as buttons, zippers, jewelry, watches, hair clips, bras with metal clasps or underwires.

• Inform the test administrator if you have any metal in your body, such as a pin or replacement joint.

• No fasting required, however some consider best practice to be a 4 hour fast prior to the scan.

• Please note that DEXA scans do subject you to small amounts of radiation. A whole body scan produces a level of radiation equivalent to flying by airplane from New York to California.

• Due to the radiation described above, if you believe you may be pregnant, please refrain from doing the DEXA scan.

What happens during the appointment?

• The test administrator will record your height and weight, either by asking you directly or measuring on site. Note that DEXA machine will determine actual weight.

• The scan will last for about 10-20 minutes; the appointment for about 45 minutes.

*Please inform us if you are over 300lbs or over 6’3 tall as some DEXA machines have size restrictions.

Who can complete the DEXA scan?

A DEXA Scan is a safe method of measuring body fat composition, however, there are a few people that should not participate.  

Individuals who are or might be pregnant should not get a DEXA Scan because there is a small amount of radiation involved in the test.  

Individuals with significant metal implants (spinal hardware, etc.) should be advised results will be affected. This will not affect replicability.  

Fitnescity does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or a qualified medical professional if you have any questions about your results.