Central Oshawa bone density
Bone Mineral Density near Central Oshawa
Referred for a bone density test in Central Oshawa? Our Ajax clinic uses low-energy X-ray to measure bone minerals and help monitor osteoporosis over time.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Fracture risk insight
Results help your physician understand your fracture risk.
Non-invasive scan
The test is quick and painless, with no needles.
Monitor over the years
Follow-up scans show how your bone density changes.
Your visit, your community
Bone density testing for Central Oshawa.
A bone mineral density test gives your physician useful information about osteoporosis and fracture risk. Central Oshawa patients can have this scan at Rossland Diagnostic Clinic in Ajax.
The test uses low-energy X-ray to measure calcium and minerals in bone. It is quick, painless and non-invasive, and repeat scans help track change.
A referral from your physician is required. On exam day, hold calcium and iron until the scan is complete, and wear clothing without metal fasteners when possible.
Day of your scan
Prep points for bone density testing.
These simple steps help keep your results accurate.
- Supplements wait until your scan is over.
- Choose clothing without metal fasteners.
- Carry the requisition from your physician.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Secure a referral
Ask your physician for a requisition, then book with us at 905-426-3111.
Wait on supplements
Hold calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day until after the scan.
Wear simple clothing
Skip zippers and metal fasteners where you can, and bring your health card.
Central Oshawa bone density, in Ajax.
Patients from Central Oshawa travel to our Ajax clinic for bone density testing, since it is our only location. You can park at no cost right outside.
- Stevenson
- O'Neill
- Eastdale
- Downtown Oshawa
- Columbus
- Donevan
- Farewell
- Oshawa
- Vanier
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Central Oshawa? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111How is bone density measured?
Low-energy X-ray technology estimates density by measuring calcium and minerals in your bones.
Do I need a physician referral?
Yes. Please bring your requisition and health card.
Is the test available in Central Oshawa?
Our only clinic is in Ajax at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East, where Central Oshawa patients come for the scan.
Can I take calcium before the scan?
Please wait. Hold calcium supplements and iron tablets until after your exam.
Who might benefit from bone density testing?
It helps detect osteoporosis and assess fracture risk, and some athletes use the results too.
Let’s plan your visit
Book bone density from Central Oshawa.
Send a request once your referral is ready, and we will be in touch with a time.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111