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How much does it cost to get a bone density test?
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A DEXA scan costs about $125. And if your physician prescribes a treatmen when you only have mild bone loss, you spend money you don't need to. A month's supply of generic alendronate can cost as much as $75
What do you wear to a bone density test?
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No calcium tablets on the day of the scan. Wear comfortable clothing with no metal zippers, buttons or clasps. No bone scan within the past 48 hours. No contrast x-ray studies such as a CT scan or IVP within three weeks of the bone scan
What age should you get a bone density test?
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Women should get a DEXA scan at age 65, and men age 70 and up. They may want to talk with their doctors about the risks and benefits before deciding. Younger women and men ages 50 to 69 should consider the test if they have risk factors for serious bone loss