Bone Densitometry: Frequently Asked Questions
Bone Densitometry: Frequently Asked Questions | Resources
What happens during the procedure?
You will be asked to lie still and quiet on a padded table, but you will be able to breathe normally. The study lasts only a few minutes. The x-ray dose you will be exposed to is extremely low, similar to what you would receive on a long distance airplane flight.
My doctor says I have a low T-score, what does this mean?
The result of the test is a T-score and it is important to know what it means. If your T-score is -1.0, then your bone mass is 10% below normal. A T-score of -2.0 means your bone mass is 20% below normal, and you have osteoporosis. The bigger the relative number, the lower your bone mass.
