DEXA Scan Cost
Clear, fixed pricing for a private DEXA bone density scan, with fast appointments and consultant-reviewed…
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A private DEXA bone density scan in Belfast and across Northern Ireland, a fixed 225 pounds all-inclusive with results included. A clinical referral is required before booking. Call 028 9621 1981.
Coming from Belfast? Scans take place at our Lurgan clinic, inside Southside Healthcare at 41 High St, Lurgan, Craigavon BT66 8AH, about 30 minutes from Belfast by car on the M1. For full details of the scan, see our main DEXA scan page.
A private DEXA scan is the most accurate way to check your bone density and screen for osteoporosis. This page explains what the scan involves, how referral works, and what to expect on the day.
What a DEXA scan checks for
A DEXA (DXA) scan measures how strong and dense your bones are, usually at the hip and lower spine. It is the gold-standard test used to diagnose osteoporosis, assess fracture risk, and monitor bone-strengthening treatment.
Because osteoporosis usually causes no symptoms until a bone breaks, a scan is often the only way to catch thinning bones early, while there is still plenty you can do about it.
Do you need a referral for a DEXA scan?
A DEXA scan uses a low dose of radiation, so a clinical referral is required before booking. This can be a referral from your own GP, an NHS GP, or any outside clinician, or you can book an appointment with our internal GP first, who can provide the referral for you.
Why book a DEXA scan privately
- Fast appointments, with no long wait
- Referral support from our internal GP if you do not already have one
- Consultant-reviewed results
- Clear, fixed pricing
- Convenient access across NI
- Peace of mind, sooner
You may benefit from a scan if you
- Are post-menopausal or went through early menopause
- Are over 50 with a raised fracture risk
- Take long-term steroid medication
- Have a family history of osteoporosis
- Have had a fracture from a minor fall
- Have a condition that affects bone health
What happens on the day
- Arrive and check in. No special preparation is needed. Wear comfortable clothing without metal fastenings where possible.
- Your scan. You lie on a padded table while the scanner arm passes over you. It is quiet, painless and takes 15 minutes.
- Your results explained. A clinician reviews your scan and explains your T-score, what it means, and any next steps.
Is a DEXA scan safe?
Yes. A DEXA scan uses a very low dose of radiation, considerably lower than a standard chest X-ray. It is non-invasive, involves no injections and needs no recovery time.
Why choose Friends Medical Service
- Consultant and GMC-registered clinicians
- Fast appointments, no long NHS wait
- Clear, up-front pricing with no hidden extras
- On-site diagnostics and results
- ISO 9001, 14001 and 27001 accredited
- Rated 4.96 out of 5 on Doctify
Pricing Options
GP Referral Appointment
£70
An opportunity to discuss with our GP if a DEXA scan is the right option for you
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