Dexa Scan
Our advanced DEXA scan provides precise insights into your muscle mass, fat mass, and fat distribution, giving you a clear picture of what’s happening inside your body.
Whether you’re looking to track progress, optimise performance, or better understand your health, DEXA is considered the gold standard for body composition analysis.
Each scan includes a consultation and pre-approval with a medical professional, so your results are explained with expert guidance tailored to you.
What is a Dexa Scan
A DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan is a highly accurate tool used to assess body composition beyond what scales or calipers can show.
Why get a Dexa Scan
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Measures lean muscle mass and fat mass across the entire body
Helps accurately track fat loss and muscle gain over time
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Assesses visceral fat, a key indicator of metabolic health
Provides insight into risks linked to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome
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Ideal for athletes and fitness focused individuals
Helps fine-tune training, nutrition, and recovery strategies
Identifies muscle imbalances or asymmetries that may increase injury risk
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Tracks changes related to training, nutrition, or medical conditions
Supports personalised health and fitness planning based on your data
FAQ
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A DEXA scan measures lean muscle mass, fat mass, fat distribution, and visceral fat, giving you a detailed breakdown of your body composition.
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Yes. DEXA uses a very low dose of radiation, similar to what you’re exposed to during everyday activities. It is considered safe for most people.
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The scan itself takes around 10 minutes. Your full appointment includes a 10-minute medical consultation and up to a 30-minute scan session.
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Minimal preparation is needed. It’s best to wear light, comfortable clothing without metal and avoid heavy exercise beforehand for the most accurate results.
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Yes. You’ll receive a detailed report explaining your body composition, including muscle mass, fat mass, and visceral fat levels.
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DEXA scans are suitable for anyone looking to better understand their body composition, including those focused on health, fitness, performance, or long-term wellness tracking.
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Absolutely. DEXA is one of the most reliable ways to track changes in fat loss, muscle gain, and overall body composition over time.
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Most people choose to scan every 8–12 weeks to monitor progress, depending on their goals.
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If you do not have a referral don’t worry. We include a consultation with a medical practitioner to provide your referral prior to the DEXA Scan
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The total cost is $149, which includes the medical consultation and the DEXA scan.
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