Bone Health and DEXA Scan: When Should You Test?

Bone loss happens silently over years. By the time a fracture occurs, significant bone density has already been lost. Testing is the only way to catch osteoporosis early.

Key Bone Health Tests

• Calcium & Phosphorus: Essential mineral levels for bone strength
• Vitamin D: Critical for calcium absorption (deficient in 70%+ Indians)
• Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP): Bone formation marker
• Parathyroid Hormone (PTH): Regulates calcium metabolism

Who Should Get Bone Screening?

• Women over 40 (especially post-menopausal)
• Men over 50
• People with Vitamin D deficiency
• Those on long-term steroid medication
• Family history of osteoporosis
• Smokers and heavy alcohol users

Protecting Your Bones

• Get adequate Vitamin D (sunlight + supplements)
• Calcium-rich diet (dairy, ragi, sesame seeds)
• Weight-bearing exercise (walking, jogging, strength training)
• Avoid excessive caffeine and sodium
• Regular bone health screening

Testing at Aarvak Diagnostics

Calcium, Vitamin D, and phosphorus tests are available in our health packages. For radiology services including bone imaging, visit our Gurugram centre. Book now.