Our multidisciplinary team works together to evaluate all clinical exams, imaging and laboratory studies in order to provide the most comprehensive evaluation of your child’s bone health and fracture risk.
Bone Health Diagnosis
Bone mineral density is a key determinant of bone health. Accurate measurement of bone density is key to properly assessing bone health. We take every step possible to ensure safe and accurate measurement of your child’s bone density.
Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) Screening
Experts in the Bone Health Program use a dual X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) machine for measuring bone density. Children’s National is one of the few locations in the country with both the equipment and the staff expertise to use this promising diagnostic technique. Although DXA testing is commonly performed in adults, it is more challenging in the pediatric population. Accurate DXA interpretation requires appropriate pediatric software, knowledge of pediatric positioning standards, and an understanding of the critical influence of many genetic factors on the final measurement. This service is available for selected patients.
