When should a DXA not be done?

A patient should not have a DXA if they have had any x-ray dye in their system within the last 48 hours.

Pregnant women should not have a DXA scan.

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Are there any cautions about medication prior to a DXA? Are there other reasons to have a DXA scan besides age?