DEXA scan
A quick, low-dose bone density scan that catches osteoporosis early, long before a fracture warns you.
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Personal action plan
Interactive report
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TIME REQUIRED
15min
Quick bone-density scan in our clinic
IMAGING TYPE
Low-dose X-ray (DEXA) — dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. No contrast.
FOCUS AREA
Bones
Bone density
A low-dose X-ray of your hips and spine that measures bone mineral density and gives you a clear T-score — the standard medical benchmark for osteoporosis risk.
PREPARATION REQUIRED
No calcium supplements 24 h before. Loose clothing without metal.
WHO IT'S FOR
Adults 65+
Recommended for all adults 65+, and for adults 50+ with elevated bone-health risk (post-menopause, family history of osteoporosis, long-term corticosteroids).
Our full-body MRI packages
Each MRI check-up includes a clear report and doctor consultation, starting at CHF 1,990.
Core
Duration: 45 min · No radiation, no contrast dye
Full-body, AI-accelerated MRI covering essential organs and the spine to check hidden risks like cancers, aneurysms, fatty liver or disc protrusions.
Reviewed by Swiss physicians
Personal action plan
Video consult with doctor
Advanced
Duration: 60 min · No radiation, no contrast dye
Everything in Core, plus reproductive organ imaging and an advanced blood test to reveal issues like inflammation, cholesterol, diabetes risk, and immune stress.
Reviewed by Swiss physicians
Personal action plan
Video consult with doctor
Pro
Duration: 80 min · No radiation, no contrast dye
Everything in Advanced, with added brain, hip and knee screening to spot early neurological and mobility changes, and hormone and essential-B-vitamins blood tests.
Reviewed by Swiss physicians
Personal action plan
Video consult with doctor
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Your insurer may cover your check-up
Multiple supplementary insurance plans contribute to the cost of our preventive check-ups. We've confirmed coverage with leading Swiss providers, with more joining. Reimbursement varies by plan.
Three steps to your DEXA scan
Book your scan
Schedule your DEXA scan at one of our partner clinics. A quick pre-consultation with our prevention specialists confirms your eligibility.
Your DEXA appointment
You lie comfortably on an open table while a scanner arm passes slowly over your hip and spine. Painless, no injection, very low radiation dose.
Get your results
Your T- and Z-scores are reviewed by Swiss doctors. You receive them together with your other results in the Ahead report — your risk in context, with concrete next steps.
Health reports without the headache
Medical data can be complex. Our interactive reports explain each result in simple terms with clear visuals.
Prof. Dr. med. Olivio DonatiYour recent health check-up provides a detailed overview of your health, showing some very positive developments alongside a few areas that warrant attention. The most notable findings are related to age-appropriate wear-and-tear in your spine.
It's your body. Time to get the full picture.
Made for each other
The full-body MRI can be combined with other Ahead tests during the same visit to maximize health insights.
Full-body MRI
A full-body scan offering detailed insights into major organs for preventive health.
Advanced blood tests
Test 81 biomarkers, including cholesterol and glucose, for a full health overview.
Mamma MRI
Radiation-free imaging for early and precise assessment of your breast health.
Hormone test for men
Test 7 key biomarkers like testosterone, estradiol and progesterone.
Hormone test for women
Test 9 key hormones to clarify symptoms and support cycle health.
Calcium score
A CT scan that measures calcium buildup in your coronary arteries.
~ Shown values are illustrative samples.
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