What is a DEXA Body Composition scan and what does it do? DEXA stands for (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) which is used to assess your bone density and well as your body composition. DEXA uses an x-ray technique to look at the density of the body and can then estimate the amount of lean muscle mass and fat tissue.
Importance of Your Body Fat Percentage
A person can have a lot of muscle, but be considered “over-weight” by many height/weight charts. The opposite can also be true – a person can have a lot of fat and little muscle and be “over-fat” but not overweight.
Too little body fat is linked to problems with normal, healthy functioning in both men and women. It can also lead to problems with reproduction in women.
Too much body fat, especially when located around the abdomen, increases the risk of many diseases, including the following:
- Type II diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Stroke
- Heart disease
- Certain cancers
- For many athletes, performance is improved with optimal body composition.
By knowing your body fat percentage, and the range it falls in, you can take measures to improve your health and reduce your risk for various diseases.
Northern California Research is now conducting DEXA scans with body composition and printed results.
Cost: $120 at the time of service and report provided.
Call today to schedule an appointment: 916-484-0500