Updated October 26, 2026.
The scale shows total weight. It cannot separate changes in fat mass, lean soft tissue and bone mineral. During GLP-1 treatment, that distinction can help you and your care team understand a changing body composition.
See our Denver DEXA service for tracking GLP-1 weight loss, including pricing and appointment details. Preview sample report excerpts.
Weight loss can include fat and lean tissue
A DEXA substudy of the STEP 1 semaglutide trial reported reductions in both fat mass and lean body mass. This describes a study group, not a prediction for an individual. Importantly, DEXA lean soft tissue is not a direct measurement of skeletal muscle. It also includes water, organs and other non-fat soft tissue.
What repeated scans can add
A baseline and follow-up DEXA scan can show changes in total and regional fat and lean tissue. Compare the same report fields on the same scanner under similar preparation conditions. Changes in hydration and recent activity can influence the result, and small differences may be within measurement variation.
Our GE Lunar Prodigy does not provide a direct visceral fat measurement. The android/gynoid ratio describes relative fat distribution; it is not a measurement of visceral fat. Whole-body bone information is not a diagnostic hip or spine osteoporosis examination.
Use the report with your treating professional
A scan does not prevent muscle loss or determine whether a medication is appropriate. Bring your reports to the qualified professionals managing your medication, nutrition and exercise so they can consider your history, function and other clinical information.
An RMR test can add a measurement of resting calorie use. It does not directly measure total daily calorie expenditure or prescribe a calorie deficit. A large calorie deficit can increase the risk of losing muscle along with fat; a report color alone cannot predict an individual outcome.
Testing at Body Fat USA
A full-body DEXA scan costs $85 with a 20-minute appointment. RMR is $100, or book both for $175 in 30 minutes. Your DEXA report is emailed about 5 minutes after the scan. We provide testing and explain your report at our Denver facility.
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Sources: STEP 1 exploratory body composition analysis; ISCD adult positions on body composition and precision.
Measure what matters
Track your fat and lean tissue measurements at Body Fat USA in Denver. A DEXA scan is $85; DEXA + RMR is $175.
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