{"product_id":"dexa-scan-in-marylebone-london","title":"DEXA Scan in Marylebone, London","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTHE DEXA SCAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA DEXA SCAN (DXA or Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is the GOLD STANDARD for body composition analysis. This non-invasive, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eclinically trusted technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elean muscle, fat distribution, and bone health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, helping you track progress, prevent osteoporosis, and optimize your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efitness and wellness plans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Ideal for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eathletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone focused on health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, DEXA provides \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaccurate, actionable insights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to make informed decisions about diet, exercise, and overall health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBONE DENSITY (BMD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - Essential to detect Osteoporosis and help prevent Bone Fractures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMUSCLE MASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - Data to show measurements by percentage and weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBODY FAT PERCENTAG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eE - Body fat distribution by region (arms, legs, waist and hips). Most providers also include Visceral Fat (VAT), the leading predictor of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey evidence supporting “gold standard” claims:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Bone density (BMD) — strongest evidence:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e DEXA is accepted worldwide as the standard method for measuring BMD and diagnosing osteoporosis; its outputs (T-scores) directly inform clinical decisions about fracture risk and treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Precision and reproducibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Multiple methodological papers and reviews document low measurement error and good inter\/intra-scanner precision for BMD; these properties make DEXA ideal for longitudinal monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Body composition reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In body composition research, DXA is widely used as the reference comparator against which Inbody, BIA, skinfolds, BodPod, and consumer devices are validated; many validation studies show BIA and other methods have wider limits of agreement vs DXA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Comparisons to CT\/MRI for fat distribution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e CT\/MRI remain true anatomic reference standards for visceral adipose quantification. DXA provides good whole-body FM and regional measures but systematic reviews highlight limitations when quantifying intra-abdominal adipose tissue (IAAT) vs CT\/MRI. Use DXA as a validated, lower-dose, more accessible reference for most clinical\/research needs, but acknowledge when CT\/MRI are required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Population and athletic uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For athlete monitoring and clinical populations, DXA’s segmental lean mass and regional fat measures are frequently recommended over simple field tests because they better capture body composition changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eABOUT DEXA LONDON (MARYLEBONE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAddress:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 Harley Street, Marylebone, London W1G 7HP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvider:\u003c\/strong\u003e DEXA London, run by 3Beam Diagnostic Imaging Centre. CQC-registered and medically led (Medical Director Dr Emil Gadimali). Scans are performed by trained radiographers on a Hologic Discovery A DEXA scanner, with over 20,000 scans to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinic price:\u003c\/strong\u003e £150 (previously £189).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included:\u003c\/strong\u003e total and regional body fat, lean muscle mass (including Appendicular Lean Mass Index, ALMI, for sarcopenia screening), visceral fat (VAT), bone mineral content, limb symmetry, tracking over time, and a resting metabolic rate (RMR) estimate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResults:\u003c\/strong\u003e same day, as a patient-friendly PDF report (advisory).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe scan:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 10 minutes lying on an open table (nothing enclosed); you'll change into a gown. Allow extra time for arrival and paperwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo GP referral needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e you complete a short self-referral form and the clinic checks it against its eligibility criteria. If a scan may not be suitable, they'll contact you and may suggest seeing your GP or a specialist first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting there:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regent's Park (Bakerloo) about 5 min walk; Great Portland Street about 7 min; Oxford Circus about 10 min; Bond Street and Baker Street about 12 min. Marylebone and Euston stations are a short bus or taxi ride away. Driving: the area is in the Congestion Charge and ULEZ zones; paid on-street parking and car parks around Cavendish Square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dexascan.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBOOK TODAY AT DEXASCAN.COM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d2482.607725519199!2d-0.14987502240644474!3d51.520412371816455!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x48761ad156eefdbd%3A0xb60c543ebe6c3fc6!2s86%20Harley%20St%2C%20London%20W1G%207HP%2C%20UK!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1794322983580!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border: 0;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DEXA London","offers":[{"title":"DEXA","offer_id":52575036211495,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/6712\/1703\/files\/DEXAlondon_d969b095-4e7e-4a3c-87a0-e2d9cbdad1c5.png?v=1794323341","url":"https:\/\/dexascan.com\/products\/dexa-scan-in-marylebone-london","provider":"DEXA SCAN NEAR ME","version":"1.0","type":"link"}