Book a DXA Scan in Dublin, Cork and Kilkenny

DXA ScanStarting from€ 120

Available in:

Dublin Dundrum

Dublin Tallaght

Cork (Elysian)

Kilkenny

Waterford

Donegal (Letterkenny)

What is a DXA Scan?

DXA stands for “Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry”, which is the use of X-rays to determine bone mass. It is considered the gold standard for bone density testing and is widely used in the diagnosis of Osteoporosis.

Why should I have a DXA scan?

Your doctor may refer you for a DXA scan to analyse your bone density. It is most commonly used to diagnose Osteoporosis.

What happens during the DXA scan?

You are required to lie on a table, supported by a cushion while the scan takes place.

Is a DXA Scan painful?

A DXA scan is a painless non-invasive procedure.

How long will the DXA scan take?

The scan will take approximately 20 minutes.

How do I get the results?

A report will be issued to your referring clinician detailing the findings from the scan.

What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a decrease in bone strength, which places a person at high risk of a bone break. It is often referred to as the ‘silent disease’ because there are no signs or symptoms prior to a fracture. Most people are not diagnosed until they have had multiple fractures. Osteoporosis is preventable in the majority of cases. For further information on Osteoporosis, please visit http://www.irishosteoporosis.ie/

What are the risk factors of having a DXA Scan?

Post-menopausal women under 65 have additional osteoporosis risk factors

Post-menopausal women who sustain a fracture

Women age 65 and older

Women who have been on hormone replacement therapy ( HRT/ERT) for prolonged periods

Men with clinical conditions associated with bone loss

Those with X-ray evidence of vertebral fracture

Those with very low body weight / anorexia

Important information about Cancellations/DNAs

We appreciate plans can change and if for any reason you need to cancel your scan appointment, you must give us 24 hours notice by email. This will allow someone to avail of the slot. Please take note of our cancellation and DNA (Do Not Attend) policy https://www.affidea.ie/thootogy/2020/07/Cancellation-Rescheduling-DNA-Policy.pdf which has all the details. Thank you!

Some people can be nervous of unknown numbers calling their phone.

If we need to contact you, the number that will come up on your phone is 01-816-1236.
Please answer this if you can, so we can avoid any delays in the process. Please note this number is not for incoming calls.
Thank you.

Please note: Effective from November 1st , VHI have amended their direct settlement agreements. VHI members are advised to check in advance what direct settlement agreements are in place before sending us a referral. Please go to our insurance partners page for detailed information of which clinics have VHI cover. https://www.affidea.ie/insurance-partners/. You may also be covered under the GP Direct Access Scheme, your GP can advise.

We Are Currently Receiving A Large Amount Of Referrals To All Our Clinics.

If you wish to get a more timely appointment for an MRI in Dublin, our Dublin City Centre Clinic currently has more availability. This is located in Meath Primary Care Centre, Heytesbury Street, Dublin 8. There is on street parking available nearby and it is located within walking distance of public transport. You can preference this clinic with our agents.

Referral volumes are currently very high which is leading to a delay in contacting patients to schedule an appointment. Our staff are working through the referrals as quickly as possible and we appreciate your understanding. If you are concerned about a delay in us contacting you, you can call us on 0818 400 444 or send us a DM on twitter

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