Tag: x-ray

Testing for Osteoporosis

Posted by Kate Marie | Disease Prevention, Osteoporosis |

The DEXA scan is the main test to diagnose osteoporosis, although other types of tests such as x-rays, and bone biomarkers can be used.

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Colon Cancer & Barium Enema

Posted by Kate Marie | Cancer, Colon Cancer, Disease Prevention |

The air contrast barium enema is a screening tool to help prevent deaths from colon cancer.

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Mammogram Tests and Breast Cancer

Posted by Kate Marie | Breast Cancer, Cancer, Disease Prevention |

This fact sheet provides information about mammograms, and how they help to detect breast cancer.

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