Precision Testing Comes to Cairo - DexaFit in Cairo, Egypt
The body-composition and metabolic testing used by athletes and clinics worldwide, now in Cairo — a clear picture of your fat, muscle, and metabolism.
With 100+ locations across the US, Canada, Europe, and South Africa, DexaFit is now bringing its standard of precision health to the Middle East.
What We Offer:
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The "Gold Standard" for body composition. It's a quick, 6-minute scan that sees through your skin to measure your fat, muscle, and bone density with 98% accuracy—far beyond what any "smart scale" can do.
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Discover your cardiovascular "engine" size. We measure your heart and lung health to tell you exactly how fit you are and which heart rate zones burn the most fat for your body.
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Stop dieting in the dark. We measure your breath at rest to find your unique "Metabolic Speed," telling you exactly how many calories you need to eat to lose weight or gain muscle.
Start your path to better health at DexaFit Cairo. Our DEXA scans, VO₂ Max tests, and RMR metabolic analysis give you clear data on your body composition, cardiovascular fitness, and metabolism.
Ready to begin? Request a booking below and our team will follow up to arrange scheduling.
How to prepare for your test(s)
Following these steps helps ensure your results are as accurate as possible.
- 1For best scan results, we ask that you please fast for 2 hours prior to your DexaFit scan.
- 2Avoid exercise or other vigorous activity on the day of your scan, and stay well-hydrated.
- 3Wear tights, a sports bra, compression shorts, or other athletic attire without any metal buttons, snaps, zippers, or bra clasps. Also avoid clothing or undergarments with metallic imprinting inks or threads. Please wear socks.
- 4You'll be asked to empty your pockets and remove metal items like watches, belts, glasses, and jewelry.
- 5Avoid calcium supplements in the 24 hours prior to the scan, this includes multivitamins as well as antacids such as TUMS.
- 6No gastrointestinal contrast, barium, other contrast mediums, or radionuclides within 48 hours of your appointment.
- 7During the scan you'll relax on an open-air DEXA table. The process is quick and uses minimal radiation, equivalent to about four bananas' worth of exposure, or a few hours of natural background radiation. It's a straightforward, non-invasive procedure that provides valuable insight into your body composition.
- 1Avoid eating or drinking anything except water for at least 2 hours before the test.
- 2Avoid exercise or any other vigorous activity for at least 12 hours prior to testing.
- 3Get adequate sleep the night before.
- 4Refrain from caffeine, tobacco, or any supplements or stimulants (other than prescribed medications) on the day of your test.
- 5Avoid alcohol for at least 12 hours prior to testing.
- 6Wear workout clothes and athletic shoes, the test is done on a treadmill.
- 7During the test you'll perform a graded exercise protocol on a treadmill, starting at low intensity and gradually increasing to your maximum effort. You'll wear a mask that measures your oxygen consumption and CO2 output, providing data on your aerobic capacity, all under careful monitoring.
- 8Your VO2 Max reflects your aerobic power and your body's ability to keep performing under strenuous activity over time. Knowing the maximum amount of oxygen you can take in is an important part of cardiorespiratory fitness, for athletes and non-athletes alike.
- 1You must fast for at least 5 hours prior to the test, no food or beverages other than water. Stay well hydrated with room-temperature water before your test.
- 2Avoid exercise, stressful situations, and vigorous activity for at least 12 hours prior to testing.
- 3Get adequate sleep the night before, the test is ideally performed in the morning.
- 4Refrain from caffeine, tobacco, or any supplements or stimulants (other than prescribed medications) on the day of your test.
- 5Avoid alcohol for at least 12 hours prior to testing.
- 6Wear comfortable clothing, casual or even business attire is fine, as you'll simply be relaxing in a chair.
- 7Your RMR accounts for about 70% of your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE). It's the foundational number for accurately gauging your daily calorie needs, whether you're aiming to lose weight, build muscle, or maintain, and the basis your nutrition and fitness plans should be built on.