All examinations at this center are reported in paper form only; we do not offer services to upload reports to the Hospital Authority (HA Go) system.

DEXA-Spine and Hip - TST Exclusive 

*Report available for on-site collection; doctor explanation not included.

**If the examination results show that you are in the high‑risk group for osteoporosis, you may make an on‑the‑spot payment of HKD $700 on the same day you collect the report. The fee includes a radiologist‑signed report, a doctor’s follow‑up, and an explanation of the report (medication costs not included). This offer is valid only on the day of collection and will lapse afterwards.

What is Bone Density Scan (DEXA/DXA)?

• The most common method for measuring bone mineral density today.
• Uses two different energy levels of X-rays to analyze bone density in the lumbar spine and hip.
• Detects bone loss within the body.

Radiation and Safety

• Radiation dose is very low — about one-tenth of a chest X-ray.
• Safe, quick, and painless process.
• Examination takes about 10 minutes.

Osteoporosis Characteristics

• Known as the "silent disease," often discovered only after fractures occur.
• Post-menopausal women experience significant bone density decline due to reduced estrogen.
• Women face 4 times higher risk than men of the same age.

Bone Physiology and Risks

• Bones are living cells that continuously rebuild new bone to replace old.
• In osteoporosis patients, bone breakdown outpaces rebuilding, making bones fragile.
• Minor impacts or falls can cause fractures; hip fractures have the highest mortality rate among fragility fractures in Hong Kong.

If you have the following high-risk factors, it is recommended to undergo regular bone mineral density testing to prevent fractures:

• Family history of osteoporosis

• Low physical activity levels

• Underweight

• Malnutrition

• Alcohol consumption and smoking

• Taking medications for the treatment of asthma, breast cancer, and prostate cancer