Essays about: "iDXA"

Found 2 essays containing the word iDXA.

  1. 1. Evaluation of the DXA radiation environment at Sahlgrenska University Hospital

    University essay from

    Author : Saga Söderholm; [2022-05-18]
    Keywords : Medical physics; DXA; DEXA; Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry; Bone mineral density;

    Abstract : Purpose: The aims of this work were to evaluate the radiation environment in the dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) rooms at Sahlgrenska University Hospital, estimate personnel doses, determine legal requirements for DXA personnel, examine the operators’ view on radiation safety and develop material with dose information for patients and operators. Theory: DXA is a low dose X-ray modality mainly used in osteoporosis examinations, for which it is considered the reference technique. READ MORE

  3. 2. Effects of high-altitude trekking on body composition

    University essay from Mittuniversitetet/Avdelningen för hälsovetenskap

    Author : Ulrika Frisk; [2014]
    Keywords : Extreme environment; fat-free mass; hypoxia; iDXA; mountaineering; weight loss;

    Abstract : Sojourns at high altitude are often accompanied by weight loss and changes in body composition. The aim was to study body composition before and after 40 days high-altitude exposure. READ MORE