A bone density test is a diagnostic tool that measures the thickness, or density, of your bones.
A bone density test is a diagnostic tool that measures the thickness, or density, of your bones. The team at PURE Executive Health & Wellness uses dual X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) to measure bone density. DEXA is a type of X-ray and is considered the gold standard for bone density testing.
Your PURE provider can determine when you should get a bone density test. In general, it’s recommended that all women over age 65 and men over 70 have a bone density test.