Bone Density Study

What to tell your technologist

 Tell the technologist if you:

• Are pregnant or think you could be pregnant.

• Have any metal in the part of your body being imaged, such as a hip replacement.

• Have had a recent nuclear medicine scan, CT scan with oral contrast, or an X-ray test with oral contrast such as a barium enema, barium swallow, or upper GI.

• Have a severely curved spine.

• Have had spinal surgery.

• Have a history of spinal or hip fractures.

• Can’t lie on your back.

Before your test

• Wear clothing without metal closures, such as zippers or metal buttons.

• Bring a list of medicines that you take.

During your test

• You will lie on a table or sit.

• Your lower legs may be raised on a platform.

• A scanner arm moves back and forth over the part of your body being scanned.

• Stay still and don't talk during the scan.

• Follow instructions. This can help prevent the need for a second exam.

After your test

• You may need to wait for a short time while the images are reviewed.

• Your doctor will discuss the test results with you during a follow-up visit or over the phone.

Your next appointment is: