Radiation doses from DXA* compared to other procedures/activities
| Effective dose (μSv) | |
|---|---|
| *Range for different machines. | |
| Lumbar spine | 0.4–4 |
| Whole body | 0.02–5 |
| Chest x ray | 12–20 |
| Lateral lumbar spine x ray | 700 |
| Daily background radiation | 6–20 (depending on location) |
| Return transatlantic flight | 80 |