Healthcare facilities at different levels have vastly different requirements for bone density testing equipment. Grade A tertiary hospitals prioritise accurate diagnosis and compatibility across multiple departments, whilst county-level hospitals focus on value for money and ease of operation; township health centres require flexible deployment and user-friendly operation.
Pinyuan Medical’s dual-energy X-ray bone densitometry (DXA) series comprises three distinct products—the Dexa Pro-I, DXA-800E and DXA-500 series—covering the full spectrum of requirements, from precise diagnosis in Grade A tertiary hospitals to convenient screening in primary healthcare facilities.
I. Grade A Tertiary Hospitals: Precise Diagnosis and Multi-Department Compatibility
Grade A tertiary hospitals are responsible for the most complex diagnosis and treatment of bone diseases within their regions, and therefore place the highest demands on bone densitometry equipment in terms of accuracy, image quality and multi-department compatibility.
The DXA-800E also utilises dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), incorporating cone-beam and planar imaging technologies to accurately measure parameters such as bone mineral density (BMD), T-scores and Z-scores. The device is designed with low radiation doses, eliminating the need for special protective facilities such as lead-lined rooms. Equipped with triple-positioning technology, it can rapidly locate the measurement site, simplifying the operational process.
The DXA-800E supports dual systems for bone density and bone age assessment, enabling a single device to simultaneously meet the needs of adult bone density screening and paediatric bone age assessment. The device can be integrated with hospital HIS and PACS systems, enhancing the level of information management.
Actual installation cases:
- Jiaxing First Hospital (Grade III, Class A) introduced the DXA-800E in June 2025.
- Yangzhou Second People’s Hospital successfully introduced the DXA-800E and put it into operation, not only improving the hospital’s diagnostic accuracy but also providing safer and more convenient testing services for a wide range of patients.
- Changyang Tujia Autonomous County People’s Hospital (Grade II Class A) introduced the DXA-800E in July 2025. The equipment is suitable for a wide range of departments, including Endocrinology, Orthopaedics and Health Check-ups.
- Yiquan District General Hospital, Hohhot, introduced the DXA-800E in June 2025 and completed its installation.
- Xishui County Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital (Grade II Class A) successfully introduced the DXA-800E in March 2025.
II. County-level Hospitals: Balancing Efficiency and Cost
County-level hospitals form the core of healthcare services at the county level and must balance procurement costs and operational efficiency whilst ensuring diagnostic accuracy. The Pinyuan Dexa Pro-I dual-energy X-ray bone densitometer was designed precisely for this purpose.
It utilises the internationally recognised dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) method. The device is equipped with third-generation dual-energy scanning and imaging technology featuring conical beam and planar imaging, which offers faster imaging speeds than second-generation fan-beam linear scanning technology, enabling millisecond imaging and higher image resolution.
In terms of safety, the Dexa Pro-I features a remote operation design, maintaining a safe distance of over 1.5 metres between the main unit and the control console; it is also fitted with a patented forearm shielding box. The radiation dose per scan is extremely low.
The Dexa Pro-I is suitable for a range of clinical departments, including orthopaedics, geriatrics and health screening, and can be used for bone density screening, osteoporosis diagnosis and fracture risk assessment in middle-aged and elderly populations.
Actual installation cases:
- Beijing Shijitan Hospital, affiliated with Capital Medical University (one of the nation’s first Grade III Class A hospitals), completed the installation of the Dexa Pro-I in May 2026.
- Pingyang Chang Geng Yining Hospital (a Grade II Class A general hospital) successfully completed installation and training for the Dexa Pro-I dual-energy X-ray absorptiometer from Pinyuan Medical, which was introduced in July 2025.
- The Health Check-up Centre at Baoji Third Hospital successfully completed the installation, commissioning and acceptance of the Dexa Pro-I in June 2026, and the device was formally put into clinical use.
- Wuhu Guangji Hospital (a Grade II Class A general hospital) completed the installation, commissioning and acceptance of the Dexa Pro-I in March 2026 and put it into clinical use.
III. Primary Healthcare Institutions: Convenient Deployment and Flexible Use
Primary healthcare facilities, such as township health centres and community health service centres, face practical constraints including limited space, non-specialist staff and variable testing volumes. The flexible deployment solutions offered by Pinyuan’s DXA-500 series portable dual-energy X-ray bone densitometers and the Dexa Pro-I provide viable solutions for these settings.
The DXA-500 series is a product line developed by Pinyuan Medical specifically for mobile testing and primary healthcare settings. The devices are compact and lightweight, utilising cone-beam imaging technology to achieve rapid scans in under 4 seconds. They support seamless switching between wired and wireless measurement modes, allowing for flexible deployment in settings such as outpatient clinics, hospital wards, community health check-ups and mobile medical units.
The Dexa Pro-I is also well-suited for use in primary care settings. The device measures the ulna and radius at the forearm, an area that is easily accessible; operators can quickly locate the measurement site without the need for complex procedures, and the entire examination process requires no disinfection.
Pinyuan Medical provides end-to-end technical support for every unit—from the formulation of site layout plans and equipment installation and commissioning, to training for medical staff and guidance on routine maintenance—ensuring that primary healthcare facilities are able to ‘adopt and utilise the equipment effectively’.
Real-world installation examples:
- The Hangai Town Central Health Centre and Zhangcun Town Health Centre in Anji County both completed the installation of the Dexa Pro-I in July 2025.
- Xianhe Town Health Centre completed the installation of the Dexa Pro-I in February 2025.
- Luoshe Town Health Centre in Deqing County completed the installation of the DXA-500C in April 2026.
- A specialist hospital in Hebei Province successfully completed the installation and commissioning of the DXA-500A in January 2026, and the device was formally put into clinical use.
IV. The Technical Strength of an Industry Standard Drafting Organisation
Pinyuan Medical is a drafting organisation for the national industry standard on dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) bone densitometers and has been deeply involved in the drafting and revision of the industry standard YY/T 0724-2021, ‘Specific Technical Requirements for Dual-Energy X-ray Bone Densitometers’.
The company holds technical patents for dual-energy X-ray bone densitometers, and its products have been certified under the ISO 9001 international quality management system and the EU CE mark. Products are exported to over 50 countries and regions. Currently, Pinyuan Medical serves more than 4,000 medical institutions nationwide, including over 200 Grade A tertiary hospitals.
From Beijing Shijitan Hospital, affiliated with Capital Medical University, to the Central Health Centre in Hangai Town, Anji County; from precise diagnosis in Grade A tertiary hospitals to convenient screening in township health centres—Pinyuan Medical has addressed the genuine needs of medical institutions at all levels for bone density testing through its three differentiated product ranges: the Dexa Pro-I, DXA-800E and DXA-500 series.
A single DXA unit, from Grade A tertiary hospitals to primary care facilities, fulfils not only testing requirements but also the shared pursuit of accuracy, safety and accessibility across all levels of healthcare institutions.
Post time: Aug-14-2026