RECLAIM DEXA BODY-COMPOSITION ASSESSMENT
Measure what the scale cannot show.
A DEXA scan provides a detailed view of fat mass, lean mass, visceral fat and bone mineral content. RECLAIM helps you understand the results and use them to make better health and performance decisions.
Currently available through participating DEXA providers in British Columbia. Additional locations may be arranged where appropriate.
BEYOND SCALE WEIGHT
Weight tells you how much. DEXA shows you what changed.
Scale weight combines fat, lean tissue, bone and water into a single number. That number can stay relatively stable while your underlying body composition changes.
Track fat and lean mass separately
Changes in total weight do not explain which tissues changed. DEXA provides separate estimates of fat mass and lean mass.
See regional changes
Whole-body results can show how lean tissue and fat are distributed through the arms, legs and trunk.
Establish a reproducible baseline
A baseline gives future scans something meaningful to compare against when monitoring a health, nutrition or training plan.
CONCEPTUAL EXAMPLE
The same scale weight can reflect different changes.
EARLIER SCAN
FOLLOW-UP SCAN
Comparing tissue compartments can reveal progress that a scale alone may miss.
WHAT EACH MEASUREMENT PROVIDES
The example above is illustrative and does not represent a specific client or guarantee a particular result. Repeat scans are most useful when completed under reasonably consistent preparation conditions.
WHO IT IS FOR
A useful baseline for adults making measurable health changes.
DEXA can help separate changes in fat, lean tissue and bone mineral content. Its greatest value comes from answering a specific question or providing a consistent baseline for future comparison.
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Adults changing weight
Understand whether changes in scale weight are accompanied by changes in fat mass, lean mass or both.
GLP-1 MONITORING
Adults using prescribed weight-management medication
Establish a baseline and monitor body-composition changes while treatment is managed by the healthcare professional.
TRAINING
People following a structured exercise program
Track regional lean mass and compare changes that may not be visible through body weight or gym performance alone.
HEALTH BASELINE
Adults who want objective starting measurements
Create a detailed record of current body composition before changing nutrition, activity or other health behaviours.
HEALTHY AGING
Adults monitoring lean tissue over time
Follow total and regional lean mass as one part of a broader approach to strength, function and long-term health.
RECLAIM ASSESSMENT
Clients combining DEXA with comprehensive bloodwork
Add body-composition data to laboratory findings, health history and pharmacist-led interpretation for a broader baseline.
DEXA uses a small amount of ionizing radiation.
Inform the imaging provider if you are pregnant, may be pregnant or have recently completed another imaging examination involving contrast material. The provider will determine whether the scan should proceed or be rescheduled.
HOW IT WORKS
A detailed assessment without a complicated process.
RECLAIM helps coordinate your scan, organize the results and determine how the information can support your health or performance plan.
CHOOSE YOUR ASSESSMENT
Book your scan or RECLAIM package
Choose a standalone DEXA scan, add pharmacist interpretation or combine DEXA with comprehensive bloodwork as part of a broader RECLAIM Assessment.PREPARE
Follow your imaging provider’s instructions
You will receive instructions regarding clothing, metal objects, food, hydration, recent imaging and anything else required before your appointment.COMPLETE THE SCAN
Lie comfortably while the scanner collects the data
You remain still on an open scanning table while the scanner arm passes over your body. The imaging portion is generally completed within several minutes.RECEIVE YOUR REPORT
Review your body-composition measurements
Your report may include total and regional fat mass, lean mass, estimated visceral fat and whole-body bone mineral information, depending on the equipment and provider.INTERPRET THE RESULTS
Turn the measurements into practical priorities
If you select RECLAIM interpretation, Mike reviews your report alongside your goals and relevant health information, then explains which findings deserve attention and how to monitor them.READY TO ESTABLISH YOUR BASELINE?
Start with the DEXA option that matches your goals.
You can purchase a standalone scan or add professional interpretation and broader RECLAIM assessment services.RECLAIM INTERPRETATION
Turn your measurements into a usable health baseline.
Your imaging provider supplies the scan data. RECLAIM adds context, professional review and a structured summary of what deserves attention.
Your complete DEXA report
Receive the body-composition report produced by the imaging facility, including the measurements available through its equipment and reporting software.
Pre-consultation report review
Mike reviews the report before your meeting and identifies the measurements, regional patterns and questions that merit discussion.
Private pharmacist-led consultation
Review your results alongside your health history, current medications, activity and the reason you completed the scan.
Written interpretation summary
Receive a concise record of the important findings, agreed priorities and any appropriate questions for your physician or other healthcare professionals.
A sensible monitoring strategy
Determine whether a future scan is useful and which measurements should be compared under consistent testing conditions.
CONFIDENTIAL
BODY-COMPOSITION ASSESSMENT
DEXA Results Summary
Pharmacist-led interpretationASSESSMENT OVERVIEW
Your measurable baselineTotal fat mass BASELINE
Total lean mass BASELINE
Visceral fat estimate REVIEW
Regional symmetry COMPARE
REGIONAL OVERVIEW
INTERPRETATION SUMMARY
Conceptual example. Your imaging report and RECLAIM summary will reflect your provider, results and selected service.
Professional interpretation within an appropriate scope
RECLAIM interpretation provides education, medication review and practical health guidance. Findings that require diagnosis, medical imaging interpretation or treatment will be directed to the appropriate healthcare professional.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What to know before booking a DEXA scan.
Preparation, reporting and eligibility can vary between imaging providers. Your facility’s instructions should take precedence over general information on this page.
What is a whole-body DEXA scan?
DEXA stands for dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. A whole-body body-composition scan uses two low-energy X-ray beams to differentiate fat mass, lean soft tissue and bone mineral.
How long does the scan take?
The imaging portion is commonly completed within several minutes. Your full appointment may take longer to allow for registration, preparation and review of the provider’s report.
Does the scan hurt?
The scan is non-invasive. You lie still on an open table while the scanning arm passes over your body. Needles, injections and anaesthesia are not normally required.
Does DEXA involve radiation?
Yes. DEXA uses a small amount of ionizing radiation. Although exposure is generally low, the scan should still be completed only when appropriate and according to the imaging provider’s safety procedures.
Can I complete a DEXA scan during pregnancy?
DEXA is generally avoided during pregnancy because it uses ionizing radiation. Tell the imaging provider if you are pregnant or may be pregnant before the appointment.
How should I prepare for the scan?
Follow the instructions supplied by your imaging facility. You may be asked to wear clothing without metal and remove jewellery or other metal objects. Food, hydration, exercise and recent contrast imaging can also affect preparation requirements.
Do I need a physician’s referral?
Many private body-composition providers do not require a physician’s referral. Requirements depend on the facility, location and type of DEXA examination being performed.
Is this the same as a diagnostic bone-density test?
No. A whole-body body-composition scan provides bone mineral information, but a medically indicated osteoporosis assessment typically uses dedicated measurements of areas such as the hip and spine with clinical interpretation.
How frequently should I repeat the scan?
The appropriate interval depends on your reason for testing, expected rate of change and whether the result will influence a decision. Repeating scans too frequently may add cost without providing meaningful new information.
Can RECLAIM diagnose a condition from my scan?
RECLAIM provides pharmacist-led education and health guidance. The service does not replace diagnostic imaging interpretation, medical diagnosis or care from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers.
ESTABLISH YOUR BASELINE
Get a clearer picture of what your body weight contains.
Measure fat mass, lean tissue, visceral fat and bone mineral content. Add RECLAIM interpretation when you want professional context and a structured plan for using the results.
Available for eligible adult clients. Imaging access, preparation and pricing depend on provider and location.
Regional Arms, legs and trunk
Measurable Baseline and follow-up
Interpreted Professional context