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DEXA scan gives you the data to ensure you're losing fat, not your metabolic engine
DEXA scan gives you the data to ensure you're losing fat, not your metabolic engine
GLP-1
HEALTHY AGING
FAT LOSS
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Make your diet count
Make your diet count
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Risks
Nothing is worse than the false sense of progress.
With GLP-1, you can be loosing weight while becoming less healthy – weaker, more insulin resistant, and metabolically compromised in the long run
Your metabolism takes a double hit
04
The ‘Skinny Fat’ Trap
03
Every 10% loss in muscle mass can reduce life expectancy by up to 15%
05
Even 10% loss of muscle can triple your future fracture risk
02
Up to 40% of weight lost can be muscle
01
Longevity index
Exceptional
100
/100
Athletic age
Exceptional
7 years younger
26
Body
fat
(kg)
5.01
Book your scan
+25 others
Start tracking the most important changes in your body
Risks
Nothing is worse than the false sense of progress.
With GLP-1, you can be loosing weight while becoming less healthy – weaker, more insulin resistant, and metabolically compromised in the long run
Up to 40% of weight lost can be muscle
01
Your metabolism takes a double hit
04
The ‘Skinny Fat’ Trap
03
Every 10% loss in muscle mass can reduce life expectancy by up to 15%
05
Even 10% loss of muscle can triple your future fracture risk
02
FFMI
17.41
Moderate
Metabolic risks
Low
2.5x lower than avg
Muscle
mass
74.3
(%)
Lean assymetry
4%
(%)
Needs improvement
Longevity index
Exceptional
100
/100
Athletic age
Exceptional
7 years younger
26
Body
fat
(kg)
5.01
Book your scan
+25 others
Start tracking the most important changes in your body
Start tracking
Start tracking
Stay motivated with visible proof of progress
Stay motivated with visible proof of progress
£169
Best price
Central London
7 Moorgate
Hologic A Line
Pro-level scanners
£169
Best price
Central London
7 Moorgate
Hologic A Line
Pro-level scanners
Best
Price
From £169
Central
London
7 Moorgate
Pro-level
scanners
Hologic A Line
London’s premier DEXA center
London’s premier DEXA center
MBBS
MSc
FFSEM
BSc
PGCert Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography
AFMCP
MRCEM
Sam is a Consultant in Sport, Exercise and Musculoskeletal Medicine specialising in health optimisation and human performance.
Dr. Sam Botchey
Co-founder, Medical director
Drawing on experience with the England Football Teams, Premier League clubs (Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur), Premiership Rugby, the NFL and elite individual athletes — alongside extensive NHS and military practice, Sam helps us turn DEXA data into clear, personalised plans
Book now
We're expert-led
DEXA scans are only as good as the people interpreting it.
With thousands of scans analysed, we excel at identifying the patterns and details that lead to real breakthroughs. And you get insights, not just numbers
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Only £144 per scan
£338
£288
Best for tracking the effects of lifestyle changes, monitoring bone density and visceral fat risks
2 scans
Progress Tracker
£397
Book now
£507
Only £132 per scan
Best when actively changing your body composition (GLP-1, diets, cutting, bulking).
Optimiser
3 scans
Baseline
£169
Best for getting a clear, data-backed starting point. Revealing what the scale and mirror miss
One-off scan
Book now
Poor decisions cost more – in fat, muscle, and years of life
It’s more expensive
not to know
Pricing
All scans include an extended consultation with a Scanletics specialist
Satisfaction guarantee — If you're not completely satisfied with the insights you receive, let us know and we'll provide a full refund
Book now
Only £144 per scan
£338
£288
Best for tracking the effects of lifestyle changes, monitoring bone density and visceral fat risks
2 scans
Progress Tracker
£397
Book now
£507
Only £132 per scan
Best when actively changing your body composition (GLP-1, diets, cutting, bulking).
Optimiser
3 scans
Baseline
£169
Best for getting a clear, data-backed starting point. Revealing what the scale and mirror miss
One-off scan
Book now
Poor decisions cost more – in fat, muscle, and years of life
It’s more expensive
not to know
Pricing
All scans include an extended consultation with a Scanletics specialist
Satisfaction guarantee — If you're not completely satisfied with the insights you receive, let us know and we'll provide a full refund
MBBS
MSc
FFSEM
BSc
PGCert Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography
AFMCP
MRCEM
Sam is a Consultant in Sport, Exercise and Musculoskeletal Medicine specialising in health optimisation and human performance.
Dr. Sam Botchey
Co-founder, Medical director
Drawing on experience with the England Football Teams, Premier League clubs (Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur), Premiership Rugby, the NFL and elite individual athletes — alongside extensive NHS and military practice, Sam helps us turn DEXA data into clear, personalised plans
Book now
We're expert-led
Scans are only as good as the person interpreting it.
With thousands of scans analysed, we excel at identifying the patterns and details that lead to real breakthroughs. And you get insights, not just numbers
‘I think everybody should have a DEXA scan, You just have to know this data. You have to know your bone mineral density, how much visceral fat you have, and how much muscle mass you have’
Dr. Peter Attia
'I have personally put people through hundreds of DEXA scans. A lot of the time, we see people come back who are generally healthy, lean, active, young – and they still have really low or poor bone quality.'
Dr. Andy Galpin
‘This is a quote that shows DEXA is very important for longevity and recommended to anyone who wants to know stuff’
Peter Attia
“With a DEXA scan, we’re looking at three things: your body fat, your lean mass, and your visceral fat — the kind that wraps around your organs.”
Dan Go
“Every single person I’ve recommended a DEXA scan to – once they’ve done it – has said, ‘Oh my god, this is the best money I’ve ever spent on my health.'
Ali Abdaal
Trusted by elite clinicians & athletes
Your body, decoded
Scanletics report
From visceral fat and lean muscle to bone mineral density, our report illustrates the precise, data-driven insights you'll receive to guide your personal health journey
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Unmatched expertise
Unmatched expertise
Your report is grounded in the latest science, with results interpreted by specialists who have performed thousands of scans. You simply won't find this level of insight and real-world context elsewhere
Your report is grounded in the latest science, with results interpreted by specialists who have performed thousands of scans. You simply won't find this level of insight and real-world context elsewhere
Best value
Best value
Our mission is to make this gold-standard health data and analysis accessible to everyone serious about their goals. We've bundled a premium DEXA scan and consultation into a single, transparent price.
Our mission is to make this gold-standard health data and analysis accessible to everyone serious about their goals. We've bundled a premium DEXA scan and consultation into a single, transparent price.
We use the Hologic Horizon, the undisputed gold standard in DEXA technology. It's the same elite equipment trusted by hospitals, universities, and professional sports teams for its precision and reliability
We use the Hologic Horizon, the undisputed gold standard in DEXA technology. It's the same elite equipment trusted by hospitals, universities, and professional sports teams for its precision and reliability
Elite equipment
Elite equipment
Deeper insight
Deeper insight
Our reports blend health insights with clear, intuitive design. Using the latest science, we also reveal powerful health markers like your Athletic Age and Metabolic Health score, empowering you to track your progress effectively
Our reports blend health insights with clear, intuitive design. Using the latest science, we also reveal powerful health markers like your Athletic Age and Metabolic Health score, empowering you to track your progress effectively
Why people like you choose us
Why people like you choose us
What is a DEXA scan?
What is the procedure when having a DEXA scan?
How do I read my DEXA scan report?
Does a DEXA scan measure bone density as well as body composition?
How accurate is a DEXA scan for body fat?
Can I exercise before a DEXA scan?
Can I eat before a DEXA scan?
How does DEXA compare to bio-impedance scales and skinfold calipers?
How frequently can I have a DEXA scan?
Frequently Asked Questions
Your body, decoded
Scanletics report
From visceral fat and lean muscle to bone mineral density, our report illustrates the precise, data-driven insights you'll receive to guide your personal health journey
Donwload sample report
Your body, decoded
Scanletics report
From visceral fat and lean muscle to bone mineral density, our report illustrates the precise, data-driven insights you'll receive to guide your personal health journey
Donwload sample report
Trusted by elite clinicians & athletes
'I think everybody should have a DEXA scan, You just have to know this data. You have to know your bone mineral density, how much visceral fat you have, and how much muscle mass you have.'
Dr. Peter Attia
'I have personally put people through hundreds of DEXA scans. A lot of the time, we see people come back who are generally healthy, lean, active, young – and they still have really low or poor bone quality.'
Dr. Andy Galpin
‘This is a quote that shows DEXA is very important for longevity and recommended to anyone who wants to know stuff’
Peter Attia
'With a DEXA scan, we’re looking at three things: your body fat, your lean mass, and your visceral fat – the kind that wraps around your organs.'
Dan Go
WHY DEXA
WHY DEXA
WHY US
WHY US
FAT LOSS
FAT LOSS
MUSCLE GAIN
MUSCLE GAIN
HEALTHY AGING
HEALTHY AGING
GLP-1
GLP-1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a DEXA scan?
A DEXA body scan uses a very low dose of X-rays (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) to provide an accurate and precise measurement of your body composition. It is a medical-grade technology that was initially developed to measure bone density and is now universally regarded as the gold standard for measuring body composition (body fat, lean mass and bone). Read more detail here.
What is the procedure when having a DEXA scan?
The scan is quick and easy with no intervention and there is no claustrophobia. You lie on a padded mattress for just five minutes while the scanning arm makes three passes over your body. The scanning arm remains about 30cm from your body and the bed is completely open – there is no confined ‘doughnut’ or chamber that you go into as there is with a CT scanner or MRI scanner.
Does the DEXA scan give the same information advised by Peter Attia in ‘Outlive’?
Yes, absolutely. Dr Attia advises collection of Visceral Fat (VAT, visceral adipose tissue), Lean Mass Index (LMI), Appendicular Lean Mass Index (ALMI) and Bone Density (BMD, bone mineral density). Note that BMD is an indication, assessed as an average across the whole body. Check out DEXA and Bone Density video on this page.
What does a DEXA scan tell me?
A DEXA scan will reveal your body composition in great detail, showing fat and muscle mass and their distribution, as well as a good indication (a ‘scan lite’) of your bone density. You’ll get a printed and PDF report and we’ll go through it with you in great detail and tell you what it all means for you. You’ll also get some detailed explanatory notes you can refer to so you don’t have to remember everything!
How do I read my DEXA scan report?
You don’t have to worry about working out what all the numbers mean because we will do that for you. We’ll also plot your results against those of thousands of Bodyscan clients of your sex and age groups to give results context. Bodyscan has the biggest DEXA body composition database in the UK (and, we think, Europe), with more than 17,000 scans performed over eight years. Check out DEXA information video on the need for interpretation.
Does a DEXA scan measure bone density as well as body composition?
DEXA has two uses and modalities, to measure bone mineral density (BMD) and body composition (fat and lean mass). The latter will provide a good indication of your bone density but it is not a definitive, diagnosable result. If you are primarily concerned about your bone density then you should get a BMD scan either by asking your doctor or searching Google for ‘DEXA scan near me’. Watch our DEXA information video on bone density.
How accurate is a DEXA scan for body fat?
DEXA is the gold standard for measuring body fat but every measurement method is essentially a prediction of what we would find if we performed an autopsy. Every method will give you a different result because they all ultimately use a different algorithm into which are fed measured data points. While DEXA is considered very accurate, perhaps even more important than accuracy is consistency. Consistency means that even very small changes in body fat will be faithfully recorded. Conversely, it means that recorded changes are real. Because of the volatility and variance of other methods, actual changes may not be picked up and recorded movements in body fat may not have actually occurred. Watch our DEXA information video about consistency and accuracy.
Can I exercise before a DEXA scan?
As with food, we advise minimal exercise before your scan, again to set a standard set of conditions as well as ensure that muscles are not unduly pumped and that you are not breathing heavily when you are on the scanner bed. We want you to be as still as possible.
How much is a DEXA scan in the UK?
If you’re wondering ‘how much is a DEXA fat scan in the UK?’, Bodyscan offers very competitive UK pricing for DEXA body scans. The best value is from our prepaid packages. A VF4 package comprising one Baseline DEXA scan plus three Progress (follow-up) scans provides the best value at just £389 or just £39 per month. If you prefer to try-and-buy, the Baseline scan is £169.
Are DEXA scans safe?
Yes, they are very safe indeed. The risk from the radiation is defined as “negligible” by the government and is equivalent to eating 50g of Brazil nuts. Yes, really! Watch our DEXA information video on safety.
Where can I get a DEXA scan near me or a DEXA scan in London?
Bodyscan has two London clinics – in Marylebone (nearest tubes Baker Street and Regent’s Park) and the City (nearest tubes Bank and Monument). While we don’t have any locations outside London, it’s well worth the trip from wherever you are for the insight you get into your body composition.
How does DEXA compare to bio-impedance scales and skinfold calipers?
DEXA’s strength is its consistency in measuring body fat. DEXA is not subject to human error as is the case with skinfold calipers, nor does hydration affect the result, as it does with bio-impedance scales. Most people who use calipers are not qualified to use them and pinching just a centimetre away from the required spot will throw the result way off. Bio-impedance devices work by measuring resistance to a small electrical current, when is then extrapolated to estimate body water and then again to estimate fat. DEXA is much more reliable than those measurement methods.
How do I arrange a DEXA scan?
You can arrange a DEXA scan with Bodyscan very easily. All our bookings are taken online and takes just a couple of minutes. Your first DEXA scan should be the Baseline, subsequent scans to track changes in your body composition should all be Progress scans. If you want the best value, buy a prepaid package. Once purchased, sign in and book the first scan.
Can a DEXA scan show fatty liver?
A DEXA scan report is primarily numbers, and requires the skill of Bodyscan’s consultants to interpret and explain it. A DEXA scan does not provide the granularity to show the state of individual organs, but it will show how much visceral fat you have and your risk level. Visceral fat is directly associated with liver inflammation.
Can I eat before a DEXA scan?
We recommend that you do not eat, or eat light, for four hours before your scan. This is to ensure you do not have a big meal passing through your system – we want to measure you rather than what you eat! However, you will always have food in your gut – the reason for the 4-hour fast is to set a standard that helps ensure a consistent physiological state each time you have a DEXA scan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a DEXA scan?
A DEXA body scan uses a very low dose of X-rays (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) to provide an accurate and precise measurement of your body composition. It is a medical-grade technology that was initially developed to measure bone density and is now universally regarded as the gold standard for measuring body composition (body fat, lean mass and bone). Read more detail here.
What is the procedure when having a DEXA scan?
The scan is quick and easy with no intervention and there is no claustrophobia. You lie on a padded mattress for just five minutes while the scanning arm makes three passes over your body. The scanning arm remains about 30cm from your body and the bed is completely open – there is no confined ‘doughnut’ or chamber that you go into as there is with a CT scanner or MRI scanner.
Does the DEXA scan give the same information advised by Peter Attia in ‘Outlive’?
Yes, absolutely. Dr Attia advises collection of Visceral Fat (VAT, visceral adipose tissue), Lean Mass Index (LMI), Appendicular Lean Mass Index (ALMI) and Bone Density (BMD, bone mineral density). Note that BMD is an indication, assessed as an average across the whole body. Check out DEXA and Bone Density video on this page.
What does a DEXA scan tell me?
A DEXA scan will reveal your body composition in great detail, showing fat and muscle mass and their distribution, as well as a good indication (a ‘scan lite’) of your bone density. You’ll get a printed and PDF report and we’ll go through it with you in great detail and tell you what it all means for you. You’ll also get some detailed explanatory notes you can refer to so you don’t have to remember everything!
How do I read my DEXA scan report?
You don’t have to worry about working out what all the numbers mean because we will do that for you. We’ll also plot your results against those of thousands of Bodyscan clients of your sex and age groups to give results context. Bodyscan has the biggest DEXA body composition database in the UK (and, we think, Europe), with more than 17,000 scans performed over eight years. Check out DEXA information video on the need for interpretation.
Does a DEXA scan measure bone density as well as body composition?
DEXA has two uses and modalities, to measure bone mineral density (BMD) and body composition (fat and lean mass). The latter will provide a good indication of your bone density but it is not a definitive, diagnosable result. If you are primarily concerned about your bone density then you should get a BMD scan either by asking your doctor or searching Google for ‘DEXA scan near me’. Watch our DEXA information video on bone density.
How accurate is a DEXA scan for body fat?
DEXA is the gold standard for measuring body fat but every measurement method is essentially a prediction of what we would find if we performed an autopsy. Every method will give you a different result because they all ultimately use a different algorithm into which are fed measured data points. While DEXA is considered very accurate, perhaps even more important than accuracy is consistency. Consistency means that even very small changes in body fat will be faithfully recorded. Conversely, it means that recorded changes are real. Because of the volatility and variance of other methods, actual changes may not be picked up and recorded movements in body fat may not have actually occurred. Watch our DEXA information video about consistency and accuracy.
Can I exercise before a DEXA scan?
As with food, we advise minimal exercise before your scan, again to set a standard set of conditions as well as ensure that muscles are not unduly pumped and that you are not breathing heavily when you are on the scanner bed. We want you to be as still as possible.
How much is a DEXA scan in the UK?
If you’re wondering ‘how much is a DEXA fat scan in the UK?’, Bodyscan offers very competitive UK pricing for DEXA body scans. The best value is from our prepaid packages. A VF4 package comprising one Baseline DEXA scan plus three Progress (follow-up) scans provides the best value at just £389 or just £39 per month. If you prefer to try-and-buy, the Baseline scan is £169.
Are DEXA scans safe?
Yes, they are very safe indeed. The risk from the radiation is defined as “negligible” by the government and is equivalent to eating 50g of Brazil nuts. Yes, really! Watch our DEXA information video on safety.
Where can I get a DEXA scan near me or a DEXA scan in London?
Bodyscan has two London clinics – in Marylebone (nearest tubes Baker Street and Regent’s Park) and the City (nearest tubes Bank and Monument). While we don’t have any locations outside London, it’s well worth the trip from wherever you are for the insight you get into your body composition.
How does DEXA compare to bio-impedance scales and skinfold calipers?
DEXA’s strength is its consistency in measuring body fat. DEXA is not subject to human error as is the case with skinfold calipers, nor does hydration affect the result, as it does with bio-impedance scales. Most people who use calipers are not qualified to use them and pinching just a centimetre away from the required spot will throw the result way off. Bio-impedance devices work by measuring resistance to a small electrical current, when is then extrapolated to estimate body water and then again to estimate fat. DEXA is much more reliable than those measurement methods.
How do I arrange a DEXA scan?
You can arrange a DEXA scan with Bodyscan very easily. All our bookings are taken online and takes just a couple of minutes. Your first DEXA scan should be the Baseline, subsequent scans to track changes in your body composition should all be Progress scans. If you want the best value, buy a prepaid package. Once purchased, sign in and book the first scan.
Can a DEXA scan show fatty liver?
A DEXA scan report is primarily numbers, and requires the skill of Bodyscan’s consultants to interpret and explain it. A DEXA scan does not provide the granularity to show the state of individual organs, but it will show how much visceral fat you have and your risk level. Visceral fat is directly associated with liver inflammation.
Can I eat before a DEXA scan?
We recommend that you do not eat, or eat light, for four hours before your scan. This is to ensure you do not have a big meal passing through your system – we want to measure you rather than what you eat! However, you will always have food in your gut – the reason for the 4-hour fast is to set a standard that helps ensure a consistent physiological state each time you have a DEXA scan.