What a Bone Density Test Can Do
A bone density test tells you if you have normal bone density, low bone density (osteopenia) or
osteoporosis. It is the only test that can diagnose osteoporosis. The lower your bone density, the
greater your risk of breaking a bone. A bone density test can help you and your healthcare
provider:
learn if you have weak bones or osteoporosis before you break a bone
predict your chance of breaking a bone in the future
see if your bone density is improving, getting worse or staying the same
find out how well an osteoporosis medicine is working
let you know if you have osteoporosis after you break a bone