Greensborough bone mineral scans
Bone Mineral Density close to Greensborough
Greensborough patients can book a bone mineral density test at our Ajax clinic with a referral. Low-energy X-ray helps assess fracture risk and osteoporosis.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Assess fracture risk
Results help your physician understand fracture risk and check for osteoporosis.
Painless and non-invasive
The scan is quick and comfortable, using low-energy X-ray technology.
Monitor over the years
Repeat scans help track changes in your bone density over time.
Your visit, your community
Useful numbers about your bones.
A bone mineral density scan gives your physician a measure of how strong your bones are. Patients from Greensborough can have this test at Rossland Diagnostic Clinic in Ajax.
We use low-energy X-ray technology to estimate bone density by measuring calcium and minerals. The results help detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and monitor change over time, and athletes may also find them helpful.
Your physician’s referral is the starting point. Please skip calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day until after your scan, and wear clothing without metal fasteners where possible. Bring your health card and requisition to your appointment.
Before your test
Simple prep for an accurate reading.
Small changes on the day of your scan help us measure your bone density clearly.
- Calcium and iron wait until after the scan
- No zippers or metal fasteners if possible
- Health card and requisition in hand
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Bring a physician referral
Testing needs a referral. Call 905-426-3111 or send a request when you have one.
Skip calcium and iron
Hold any calcium supplements or iron tablets on exam day until the scan is complete.
Choose simple clothing
Wear clothing without zippers or metal fasteners if you can, and bring your health card and requisition.
Bone density scans for Greensborough patients.
Greensborough patients come east from Markham to our Ajax clinic for bone mineral density testing. We have no Markham location, but free parking and ground-floor access make arriving easy.
- Cornell
- Markham Village
- Unionville
- Box Grove
- Markham
- Wismer
- Legacy
- Berczy Village
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Greensborough? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111Can I book a bone density test without a referral?
No. Bone mineral density testing can only be booked with a referral from your physician.
How does the test work?
Low-energy X-ray technology estimates bone density by measuring calcium and minerals in your bones.
Is there anything to avoid on exam day?
Avoid calcium supplements and iron tablets until after your scan, and wear metal-free clothing if possible.
How long does it take?
The scan is quick, painless and non-invasive. Our team can tell you more when you book.
Do Greensborough patients travel to Ajax for this?
Yes. All testing is at our Ajax clinic, Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East, ON L1Z 0M1.
Let’s plan your visit
Book a bone density test from Greensborough.
With your requisition in hand, use the form to tell us when you are free. Our team will reach out to confirm.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111