How often should I get a bone density test? Because of course as you grow older, you're going to lose more bone. If you're terrific at 60, you might want to do another one at 65 to see what's ...

That said, getting a bone density test in your fifties can bring some peace of mind. According to the National Institute on Aging, women who are 50 or older are at a higher risk of developing ...

If your doctor thinks you're at risk for osteoporosis, she will likely send you for a bone density test. The one most people have is a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) scan, says Dr ...

Women 65 years and older should have a bone density scan to screen for osteoporosis, updated guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommend. Osteoporosis is often described as ...

The DXA test, which is most often used to measure bone density at the hip and the lumbar spine, is used to diagnose osteoporosis. It can also help assess risk of future fractures, and to detect ...