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Currently, dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is the gold standard in Australia for the measurement of bone mineral density (BMD). Utilising extremely low radiation and certain analysis such as the patient’s BMI, T-score and Z-score, DEXA can effectively diagnose osteoporosis or osteopenia, enabling managing clinicians to determine the extent of bone loss for clinical decision making, which subsequently helps prevent broken bones. This quick and simple, yet very powerful imaging tool, powered by Hologic® the global pioneer in bone heath densitometry technology, is readily available at NIA Diagnostic Imaging