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Bone Mineral Density
Risks
During a bone mineral density (BMD) scan, you are exposed to a very low dose of radiation. A BMD scan is not recommended for pregnant women because of the radiation exposure to the unborn baby.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference August 30, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Reference Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH - Geriatric Medicine |
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