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DEXA Body Scan in NYC

DEXA Body Scan

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numbers.

The gold-standard scan for body composition. See your exact fat, lean muscle, visceral fat and bone density in about seven minutes. A measurement, not an estimate.

$179 per scan

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Between marathon training and lifting four to five times a week, I wanted real numbers, not guesses. Six minutes in the scanner and I had my baseline: 10.6% body fat.

Andrew · @andrewjzhan

The DEXA

What is a DEXA Scan?

A DEXA scan (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is the medical-grade body composition scan used to measure body fat percentage, lean muscle mass, visceral fat, and bone mineral density in one non-invasive, seven-minute session.

What it is

A true picture of your body

A DEXA scan uses medical-grade GE technology to break your body down into the numbers that actually matter: total fat, lean muscle, where fat sits, visceral fat around your organs, and bone density.

~7 min

Lie still and the scan is done. No prep beyond skipping a heavy meal.

Comfortable

No needles. No prep.

One of the easiest, most powerful tests you will ever take.

What is included

What you get

✓Medical-grade GE DEXA full-body scan

✓Total body fat percentage and distribution

✓Lean muscle mass by region

✓Visceral fat (the deep fat around your organs)

✓Bone density reading

✓Results explained by your care team

5 metrics

Fat, lean mass, visceral fat, bone density and body score.

What to expect

Your visit, step by step

Book and pay onlineReserve your scan in under a minute at the location nearest you.

Your scan, about 7 minutesLie comfortably on the scanner. No needles, no discomfort, no prep beyond skipping a heavy meal beforehand.

Walk through your numbersYour care team reviews the report with you and shows you exactly what it means and what to do next.

Go deeper

The detail, made simple

Why body composition beats the scale

Two people at the same weight can have completely different bodies. The scale cannot tell fat from muscle, and it cannot see visceral fat, which is the fat most linked to long-term metabolic risk.

DEXA separates all of it, so your plan is built on what is really happening inside your body, and every retest shows real change.

What you get

✓Medical-grade GE DEXA full-body scan

✓Total body fat percentage and distribution

✓Lean muscle mass by region

✓Visceral fat (the deep fat around your organs)

✓Bone density reading

✓Results explained by your care team

Your visit, step by step

1. Book and pay online. Reserve your scan in under a minute at the location nearest you.

2. Your scan, about 7 minutes. Lie comfortably on the scanner. No needles, no discomfort, no prep beyond skipping a heavy meal beforehand.

3. Walk through your numbers. Your care team reviews the report with you and shows you exactly what it means and what to do next.

Is this right for you?

✓You want a true picture of your body, not a guess

✓You are starting a fat-loss or muscle-building plan and want a real baseline

✓You train hard but are not sure it is working

✓You want to track visceral fat for long-term health

What it reveals

Benefits of a DEXA Scan

Body fat vs. muscle mass, precisely

98% accurate body fat percentage, lean muscle mass, and bone density readings. The gold-standard body composition scan, not a scale guess.

Visceral fat measurement

See exactly how much visceral fat sits around your organs versus subcutaneous fat, a key marker DEXA can detect that scales and calipers can't.

Muscle imbalance detection

Identify left-right and regional muscle imbalances so your training plan can actually correct them instead of guessing.

Bone density

Screen your bone density with a DEXA scan, an early health marker most routine checkups and standard physicals skip entirely.

Changes you can track

View your results on an interactive dashboard so you can track body fat, muscle gain, and bone health changes over time with every retest.

Quick and non-invasive

A full DEXA body scan in NYC takes about 7 minutes, fully clothed, with minimal radiation, roughly the equivalent of eating four bananas.

FAQ

Good to know

What is a DEXA scan used for?

A DEXA scan is used to measure body composition, including body fat percentage, lean muscle mass, visceral fat, and bone mineral density. It's commonly used to track fat loss, muscle gain, and bone health with far more precision than a scale.

How accurate is a DEXA scan compared to a scale?

A DEXA scan is significantly more accurate than a bathroom scale or smart scale. While a scale only measures total weight, DEXA separates that weight into fat, muscle, and bone, and can detect visceral fat, which no scale can measure.

How much does a DEXA scan in NYC cost?

A single DEXA scan at Prefusion Health costs $179, with results reviewed in person the same visit. It is also included in packages like the Prefusion Protocol, Metabolic Reset, and Optimization Pack.

Is a DEXA scan safe?

Yes. A DEXA scan uses a very low dose of radiation, roughly a few hours of natural background exposure, making it safe for regular use.

How long does a DEXA scan take?

A DEXA scan takes about seven minutes. You lie fully clothed on an open-air table while the scanner measures your body composition, with no needles or discomfort involved.

How do I prepare for a DEXA scan?

Fast for two hours beforehand (water is fine), skip exercise on the day before your appointment, and arrive normally hydrated. Wear comfortable, plain clothing with no underwire, zippers, buckles, or heavy jewelry, and avoid calcium supplements for 24 hours.

How often should I get a DEXA scan?

Every 90 days is a strong cadence if you're actively working toward a fitness or weight-loss goal. This gives enough time for meaningful, measurable change between scans.

What's the difference between a DEXA scan and a body fat scale?

A body fat scale estimates fat percentage using electrical signals, which can be thrown off by hydration levels. A DEXA scan directly measures fat, muscle, and bone using X-ray technology, making it far more precise and reliable.

Can a DEXA scan detect visceral fat?

Yes. A DEXA scan in NYC is one of the few accessible tests that can measure visceral fat, the fat stored around your internal organs, which is closely linked to long-term metabolic risk.

Is there a weight limit for a DEXA scan?

Yes. The medical-grade GE scanner used at Prefusion Health has a weight limit of 330 lb.

Real reviews

Rated 4.8 on Google

★★★★★ 4.8 · 55 Google reviews from New Yorkers who stopped guessing and started measuring

★★★★★

“Ten out of ten experience, super knowledgeable staff. I did the DEXA scan, RMR and VO2 max, then they sat me down and went through all of it, making sure I understood what my numbers meant and what to do next.”

Allen Y. · Google review

★★★★★

“Bryan and the team have been consistently awesome to me and my friends. You get your raw scores, it is explained to you in person and on a handy app, and you leave with real recommendations on how to improve.”

Andrew H. · Google review

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Allen Y. · Google review

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Andrew H. · Google review

★★★★★

“Matt was an incredible consultant. The optimization package finally gave me something concrete and efficient to work with. It has done a full 360 for my plans going forward.”

Khao · Google review

★★★★★

“Training for a race, I came in for the optimization package. Between the DEXA scan, RMR and VO2 testing, I have full clarity on where my health is and what I need to improve.”

Elias Z. · Google review

★★★★★

“Matt was an incredible consultant. The optimization package finally gave me something concrete and efficient to work with. It has done a full 360 for my plans going forward.”

Khao · Google review

★★★★★

“Training for a race, I came in for the optimization package. Between the DEXA scan, RMR and VO2 testing, I have full clarity on where my health is and what I need to improve.”

Elias Z. · Google review

★★★★★

“I am a big numbers girl, so seeing the detailed data from my DEXA scan and VO2 max was super helpful for my running goals. They guided and supported me through the whole process.”

Amy D. · Google review

★★★★★

“Super comprehensive results, all the detail on the app and a clear explanation in person. We loved it so much we bought a 6-pack so we can track our health journey.”

Pallavi P. · Google review

★★★★★

“I am a big numbers girl, so seeing the detailed data from my DEXA scan and VO2 max was super helpful for my running goals. They guided and supported me through the whole process.”

Amy D. · Google review

★★★★★

“Super comprehensive results, all the detail on the app and a clear explanation in person. We loved it so much we bought a 6-pack so we can track our health journey.”

Pallavi P. · Google review

Before you come in

How to prepare for your DEXA scan

Five minutes of preparation is the difference between a reading you can trust and one you cannot.

No exercise beforehand

Skip training on the day, before your appointment. A workout shifts fluid into muscle and moves your numbers.

Arrive normally hydrated

Not dehydrated, not loaded up on water. Both distort body-composition readings.

Fast for two hours

No food for the two hours before your visit. Water is fine.

Leave the metal at home

No underwire, zippers, buckles or heavy jewelry. Comfortable, plain clothing is ideal.

Not sure about something on the day? Call us on (516) 496-1717 before you travel.

The Prefusion standard

Why Choose Prefusion Health for Your DEXA Scan

Medical-grade GE DEXA technology

Prefusion Health uses a medical-grade GE DEXA scanner, so every DEXA body scan in NYC is 98% accurate, giving you a precise breakdown of fat mass, lean muscle, visceral fat, and bone density instead of a rough estimate.

Fast results with no guesswork

Get your DEXA scan results the same visit, reviewed in person by your care team, so you leave knowing exactly what your numbers mean. No waiting days for a report, no confusing PDF to interpret on your own.

Personalized guidance from your care team

Every DEXA scan appointment at Prefusion Health is backed by a real clinical team, not a self-service kiosk. Your care team sits down with you after your scan to translate your body composition results into clear, actionable next steps.

A baseline for your full health plan

Your DEXA body scan is not a standalone data point. It is the foundation for a personalized fitness or weight-loss plan, and Prefusion Health uses your results to shape your training, nutrition targets, and clinical recommendations.

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DEXA Body Scan in NYC