Greenbank BMD scans
Bone Mineral Density near Greenbank
Greenbank patients referred for a bone mineral density test can visit our Ajax clinic for a quick, painless scan that helps assess osteoporosis risk.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Low-energy technology
The scan uses low-energy X-ray to estimate calcium and mineral content in your bones.
Comfortable and brief
You simply lie still while the scan is taken. It is painless and non-invasive.
Not only for osteoporosis
Beyond osteoporosis screening, athletes may also use their results to understand bone health.
Your visit, your community
Bone health checks within reach of Greenbank.
Bone mineral density testing gives your physician a measure of bone strength. Using low-energy X-ray, the scan estimates calcium and mineral content to help detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and monitor change over time.
The test is quick, painless and non-invasive. A physician referral is required. On exam day, hold off on calcium supplements and iron tablets until after your scan, and wear clothing without metal fasteners if you can.
Patients from Greenbank visit our only clinic, at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East in Ajax. Parking is free and access is on the ground floor.
On the day
Greenbank bone density prep notes.
A couple of easy changes to your routine help make the scan as accurate as possible.
- No calcium or iron tablets until after the scan.
- Wear clothes without zippers or metal fasteners.
- Bring your health card and requisition.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Ask your doctor for a requisition
A physician referral is needed. With it in hand, phone 905-426-3111 or request a time online.
Save your tablets for later
On the day of your scan, wait until afterwards to take calcium supplements or iron tablets.
Pick metal-free clothing
Clothes without zippers or metal fasteners help. Bring your health card and requisition to Ajax.
Bone density testing for Greenbank residents.
Greenbank is a quiet hamlet in rural Scugog Township, and residents come to our Ajax clinic for this test. The scan is brief, so most of the outing is the drive itself.
- Scugog
- Port Perry
- Uxbridge
- Manchester
- Oshawa
- Goodwood
- Courtice
- Whitby
- Clarington
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Greenbank? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111What does a bone mineral density test measure?
It estimates bone density by measuring calcium and other minerals using low-energy X-ray.
Can it show if I have osteoporosis?
The test helps detect osteoporosis and assess fracture risk, and your physician will review the results with you.
Is a referral needed if I live in Greenbank?
Yes. Wherever you live, a physician referral is required for this test.
Can I take my iron pills that morning?
Please wait until after your scan to take iron tablets or calcium supplements on exam day.
What should I wear?
Clothing without zippers or metal fasteners is ideal when possible.
Let’s plan your visit
Arrange a Greenbank bone density scan.
Once you have your referral, contact our team. We will confirm a time that works for you.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111