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Course Description

Dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA), or bone densitometry, is routinely used to measure bone mineral density and body composition assessment. This X-Ray Lady course is based on the International Atomic Energy Agency’s publication Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry for Bone Mineral Density and Body Composition Assessment. This course reviews DXA safety and ethics, including radiation protection and dose considerations. This course also covers scan techniques, acquisition, analysis, quality control, artifacts, and reporting.

This course is based on the publication Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry for Bone Mineral Density and Body Composition Assessment, by the International Atomic Energy Agency (ISBN: 978-92-0-110610-0). The PDF is 89 pages long.

The test has 32 multiple choice and true/false questions.

DXA for Bone Density and Body Assessment (4 Category A CE Credits)

American Society of Radiologic Technologists® (ASRT)®
Course Approval End Date 05/01/2023

Florida Department of Health, Board of Radiation Control (FLDOH-BRC)
Course Approval End Date 01/31/2023
Category: Technical

 California Radiologic Health Branch
Accepted: Yes
Digital: No
Fluoroscopy: No

Texas Medical Board
Direct Credit

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DXA for Bone Density and Body Assessment

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