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Does DEXA scan measure body fat %
Does DEXA scan measure body fat %. If yes where is it done in bangalore. What is test name to check body fat % accurately and where is it done in Bangalore
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Instead Instead of fat percent if yo go for blood test it is better option as machines give only superficial picture. Dexascan is for measuring bone density.
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