Downtown Oshawa bone density
Bone Mineral Density for the Downtown Oshawa community
Bone mineral density testing for Downtown Oshawa at our Ajax clinic. A quick, painless low-energy X-ray helps your doctor check osteoporosis and fracture risk.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Quick and painless
You lie still for a short, non-invasive scan with nothing to feel.
Low-energy X-ray
The test estimates density by measuring calcium and other minerals in bone.
Tracks change over time
Repeat scans help your physician monitor how your bones are doing.
Your visit, your community
Measuring bone strength for downtown patients.
Bone mineral density testing gives your physician a measure of how strong your bones are. Downtown Oshawa patients can have this scan at Rossland Diagnostic Clinic in Ajax.
The test uses low-energy X-ray technology to estimate calcium and mineral content. It helps detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and follow changes over the years.
A physician referral is required. On exam day, hold calcium and iron until after your scan, dress without metal fasteners if you can, and bring your health card and requisition.
On exam day
Small steps that help your bone scan.
A little planning keeps the scan accurate and quick.
- No calcium or iron until after the scan.
- Wear clothing without metal fasteners.
- Bring your health card and requisition.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Get your referral
A physician referral is required. Then call 905-426-3111 or send a request.
Hold your supplements
Skip calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day until the scan is done.
Dress without metal
Clothes without zippers or metal fasteners help where possible. Your health card and requisition come too.
Bone scans for Downtown Oshawa patients.
Downtown Oshawa patients come west to our Ajax clinic for bone density testing, since it is our only location. Parking is free and the clinic is on the ground floor.
- Farewell
- Lakeview Oshawa
- Central Oshawa
- Vanier
- Stevenson
- Oshawa
- Columbus
- McLaughlin
- Centennial Oshawa
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Downtown Oshawa? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111Is a referral required?
Yes. Bone mineral density testing needs a physician referral, so bring your requisition.
Can I take my calcium in the morning?
Please wait until after your scan to take calcium supplements or iron tablets on exam day.
What does the test look for?
It helps detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and monitor bone changes over time.
Where do Downtown Oshawa patients go for the scan?
To our clinic in Ajax at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East. It is the only Rossland location.
Do athletes ever have this test?
Yes. Some athletes use bone density results as well.
Let’s plan your visit
Bone density testing from Downtown Oshawa.
Have your referral ready and request a time. Our team will confirm your appointment.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111