Body Composition · Charlotte, NC
DEXA ScansNear You
The most accurate whole-body composition scan in Charlotte.
Schedule your visit at our upscale storefront or one of our mobile lab locations throughout the region.
DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is the clinical gold standard for measuring body fat, lean muscle, and bone density — all in under 6 minutes.
Tired of guessing about your body?
DEXA is the most Accurate Measurement
BMI, smart scales, Bod Pods, calipers, 3D scans — these methods miss the whole picture, with inaccuracies ranging from 4% to as much as 14%. DEXA measures everything, at ±1–2% clinical accuracy.
Method
Accuracy
Measures
DEXA
±1–2%
Fat + Lean + Bone + Regional
BodPod
±3–8%
Fat + Lean only
Bioimpedance (scales)
±8–12%
Fat estimate
Calipers / Pinch test
±5–10%
Fat estimate
BMI
±14–20%
Height / weight ratio
References
1. Achamrah et al, Comparison of body composition assessment by DXA and BIA, PLoS One (2018).
2. Shepherd et al, Body Composition by DXA, Bone (2017).
Why us
Experience the Biosum Difference
Advanced technology and expert guidance, tailored to your goals.
01 — Understanding the scan
What is a DEXA scan?
DEXA — Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry — is a medical imaging technology that uses two low-energy X-ray beams to measure the density of different tissues in your body.
Unlike body fat scales, calipers, or bioimpedance devices, DEXA differentiates precisely between fat mass, lean muscle tissue, and bone mineral density across every region of your body — simultaneously.
The scanner captures transmissions through the entire body and produces a detailed compositional map. It is widely regarded as the clinical gold standard for body composition assessment — the benchmark against which all other methods are measured.
02 — Is it right for you?
Considering your DEXA scan?
Before you can make meaningful changes to your body, you need to know where you’re actually starting from — not what the scale says, but what’s really happening beneath it: how much is muscle, how much is fat, and where each one lives.
That starting point is what makes progress measurable. Did your training add muscle or just weight? Did your diet strip fat or lean mass along with it? A scale can’t tell you. DEXA can — with a level of precision that turns guesswork into certainty.
Whether your goal is losing fat, building muscle, or protecting bone health as you age, don’t spend months on a routine without knowing if it’s actually working. Regular scans let you catch what’s working early and adjust what isn’t — before time and effort go to waste.
Stop guessing how your body is changing. Get the scan, and know for certain.
03 — Our commitment
Why Biosum?
At Biosum, we believe understanding your body shouldn’t be reserved for elite athletes. That’s why we built a dedicated studio in Charlotte where anyone can access clinical-grade DEXA scans. Every scan is performed on medical-grade equipment and guided by a professional, and you’ll walk away with a precise, easy-to-read report on exactly what’s happening in your body. For groups, teams, or events, we also bring that same technology to you through our mobile lab.
Book your scanWhat is a DEXA scan?
Your body, measured
with clinical precision.
DEXA uses two low-energy X-ray beams to differentiate between fat tissue, lean tissue, and bone. The scan takes under 6 minutes, requires no preparation, and delivers results with ±1–2% clinical accuracy — far beyond any scale, caliper, or bioimpedance device.
What you'll learn
Total & regional fat mass
±1–2% accuracyExactly where fat is stored — including dangerous visceral fat around your organs
Lean muscle mass
Regional, by limbMeasured by limb and trunk — find imbalances, track real hypertrophy
Bone mineral density
T-score + Z-scoreT-score and Z-score for fracture risk and long-term skeletal health
Visceral adipose tissue
+55% CVD riskThe fat that surrounds your organs and elevates cardiovascular disease risk
Body composition heatmap
Whole-body mapVisual regional breakdown of your entire body in a single scan
Metabolic risk markers
Physician-readyData your doctor needs — in a language they understand
By the numbers
Why DEXA is different
< 6 min
Scan duration
Fully clothed. No prep, fasting, or changing required.
±1–2%
Body fat accuracy
The most clinically accurate body composition measurement available.
< 1 mrem
Radiation dose
Less than a 2-hour flight. Completely safe for regular scanning.
5×
More data than a scale
Fat, lean, bone, visceral fat, and regional breakdown — all at once.
Same day
Digital & printed results
Your full report is delivered both in-office and digitally
0
Prep required
Walk in, lie down, walk out. No fasting, no exercise restrictions.
Transparent pricing
DEXA scan packages
Save more when you commit to tracking your progress.
Single Session
- Full body fat & lean mass breakdown
- Visceral fat assessment
- Regional body composition
- Bone density & T-score
- Digital results report
2-Session Pack
$133 per session
- 3 × full body composition scans
- Progress comparison reports
- Trend tracking across sessions
- Visceral fat assessment
- Bone density reading
- Digital results each session
5-Session Pack
$120 per session
- 5 × full body composition scans
- Priority scheduling on all sessions
- Progress comparison reports
- Trend tracking across sessions
- Visceral fat assessment
- Bone density reading
- Digital results each session
Measure. Motivate. Transform.
Your best self. What's stopping you?
Book your DEXA scan