Discovery Bay bone density
Bone Mineral Density for Discovery Bay residents
With a doctor's referral, Discovery Bay residents can have a bone mineral density scan in Ajax. It measures calcium and minerals to check for osteoporosis.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Painless and fast
There's nothing to feel during this non-invasive scan, and it doesn't take long.
Fracture risk, assessed
Your doctor uses the results to understand your risk and check for osteoporosis.
Not only for older adults
Athletes may also use bone density results.
Your visit, your community
Understanding your bone strength, one scan at a time.
A bone mineral density scan helps your doctor understand the strength of your bones. Discovery Bay residents can have this test at Rossland Diagnostic Clinic, north of the lake on Rossland Road East in Ajax.
The exam uses low-energy X-ray to measure calcium and minerals. It’s quick, painless and non-invasive, and helps detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and track changes over time.
A physician referral is required. On the day, choose clothing without metal fasteners and save calcium supplements and iron tablets for after your scan.
Getting ready
Discovery Bay scan days run on a plain outfit and patience with pills.
These two simple steps help your scan give a reliable measurement.
- No zippers or metal fasteners if possible
- Calcium and iron only after the scan
- Requisition and health card in your bag
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Arrange your scan
Once you have a physician referral, request an appointment or call 905-426-3111.
Get dressed for the scan
Pick clothing without zippers or metal fasteners if you can.
Leave supplements until later
Don't take calcium supplements or iron tablets until your scan is done. Bring your health card and requisition.
Bone density scans north of Discovery Bay.
From the Discovery Bay waterfront, our clinic is an in-town trip north to Rossland Road East. Free parking and a ground-floor entrance are there when you arrive.
- Ajax
- Pickering Beach
- Lakeside Ajax
- Southwest Ajax
- Duffins Bay
- Downtown Ajax
- Northwest Ajax
- Carruthers Creek
- Salem Heights
- Memorial Village
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Discovery Bay? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111What does the scan measure?
It uses low-energy X-ray to estimate bone density by measuring calcium and other minerals.
Is a referral required?
Yes, a physician referral is required.
Can I take my calcium in the morning?
Please wait until after your scan to take calcium supplements or iron tablets.
How do I reach you from Discovery Bay?
Our clinic is at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East, north of the lakeshore in Ajax, with free parking.
Can the scan be repeated later?
Yes. Bone density testing can help monitor change over time, as your physician recommends.
Let’s plan your visit
Plan a Discovery Bay bone density test.
Have your referral ready and send a request. Our team will confirm your appointment.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111