Accurate body composition
Useful when you want a more detailed view of fat mass, lean mass and regional distribution than consumer scales provide.
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DEXA Scans in London
Find DEXA scan providers and understand what the scan measures, what your results include and who interprets them.
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DEXA Scan guide
Understand the assessment before you book.
Compare London providers offering DEXA scans for body composition, visceral fat, lean mass and bone-density assessment.
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Visceral-fat tracking
Some providers report visceral fat alongside total and regional body composition.
Bone-health assessment
Clinical DEXA is also used to assess bone mineral density, although the purpose and reporting format may differ from fitness-led scans.
Science-informed guide
What the evidence suggests
Practical notes to help you understand the likely benefits, limits and timing considerations before booking. This is not medical advice.
What it measures
DEXA uses low-dose X-rays at two energy levels to estimate bone mineral density and body composition.
Why context matters
A body-composition scan and a clinically indicated bone-density assessment may use similar technology but answer different questions.
How to compare providers
Check which outputs are included, who explains the results and whether repeat scans use a consistent protocol.
Important limitation
DEXA is a measurement tool, not a diagnosis or a complete assessment of metabolic health.
How to choose
What to expect from dexa scan in London
A short, non-invasive scan
You usually lie still on an open scanning bed while the arm passes over the body.
A results report
Outputs may include total body fat, lean mass, regional balance, visceral fat and bone-density measures.
Different levels of interpretation
Some services provide only the report; others include a physiologist or clinician review.
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How to choose
How to choose dexa scan in London
Confirm the scan purpose
Check whether the booking is designed for body composition, bone density or both.
Ask what is included
Confirm the report, consultation, repeat-scan comparability and any preparation requirements.
Compare interpretation, not just price
A cheaper scan may be sufficient for tracking, while a clinically relevant concern may require qualified interpretation and referral pathways.
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Questions
DEXA Scan London FAQs
What does a DEXA scan show?
Depending on the service, a DEXA scan can report bone mineral density, total and regional body fat, lean mass and estimated visceral fat.
Is a DEXA scan the same as a body-composition scale?
No. DEXA uses medical imaging technology and generally provides more detailed regional estimates than bioimpedance scales, although every measurement method has limitations.
Do I need a referral for a DEXA scan in London?
Many private body-composition services accept direct bookings. Clinically indicated bone-density scans may follow a different referral or review process, so check with the provider.