Medical imaging in Austin and Central Texas
At St. David's HealthCare, you can access quick and convenient medical lab testing to help you and your doctor better understand your health.
Our skilled technicians perform high-quality diagnostic testing to provide insight into illnesses and diseases. We offer numerous diagnostic and laboratory services, including blood tests, biopsies and bone density scans. They aid you and your care team in identifying effective treatment options.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Our medical diagnostic services
We offer a range of diagnostic testing options so we can quickly discover the underlying cause of illnesses and injuries.
Our comprehensive lab services include:
- Biopsies
- Blood tests
- Bone density scans, including dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)
- Breast diagnostics
- DNA diagnostic lab tests
- Heart scans (coronary calcium scans)
DEXA scans
DEXA scans are the most accurate and comprehensive way to test bone density. These tests are used to diagnose osteoporosis and guide orthopedic care. Because osteoporosis is associated with reduced estrogen levels, DEXA scans are often completed at regular intervals to watch for rapid bone loss.
The results of these scans can also be used as a predictor of breast cancer. Your doctor may recommend regular DEXA scans if you are at high risk for breast cancer or have had issues with past mammograms.