A Vertebral fracture assessment (DEXA VFA) is a dexa test of the spine. It shows hidden spine fractures during a bone density scan. Typical effective dose about 0.002 to 0.04 mSv, similar to under a week of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
Hidden spine fractures during a bone density scan.
Osteoporosis assessment.
Stop calcium tablets 24 hours before; wear clothes without metal.
Typical effective dose about 0.002 to 0.04 mSv, similar to under a week of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; abdominal and pelvic exposure is avoided in pregnancy unless essential.
5 minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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What does a vfa show?
Hidden spine fractures during a bone density scan.
Why is a vfa done?
Osteoporosis assessment.
How do I prepare for a vfa?
Stop calcium tablets 24 hours before; wear clothes without metal.
Does a vfa use radiation?
Typical effective dose about 0.002 to 0.04 mSv, similar to under a week of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; abdominal and pelvic exposure is avoided in pregnancy unless essential.
How long does a vfa take?
5 minutes
Vertebral fracture assessment (DEXA VFA) क्यों किया जाता है?
Osteoporosis assessment.
Vertebral fracture assessment (DEXA VFA) के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Stop calcium tablets 24 hours before; wear clothes without metal.
Vertebral fracture assessment (DEXA VFA) गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose about 0.002 to 0.04 mSv, similar to under a week of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; abdominal and pelvic exposure is avoided in pregnancy unless essential.
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