The following groups of women are generally recommended to undergo a DEXA scan:
1. Postmenopausal women aged 65 and older. 2. Postmenopausal women under 65 with risk factors such as a family history of osteoporosis, previous fractures, or long-term use of corticosteroids. 3. Women experiencing premature menopause (before age 40). 4. Women with conditions that may lead to bone loss, such as rheumatoid arthritis or eating disorders.
