Lakeside Ajax bone density
Bone Mineral Density near Lakeside Ajax
Lakeside Ajax patients, including athletes, can book a referred bone mineral density scan north of the lakeshore in Ajax. It is low-energy and painless.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Information for athletes
Athletes may use bone density results to learn more about their bone health.
Osteoporosis and fracture risk
The scan helps your physician detect osteoporosis and assess the chance of a fracture.
Low-energy X-ray
The exam is quick, painless and non-invasive, measuring calcium and minerals in bone.
Your visit, your community
Bone density results for active lives.
Bone mineral density testing is not only about osteoporosis. While it helps physicians detect the condition and assess fracture risk, athletes may also use the results to understand their bones.
Lakeside Ajax patients can have the scan at Rossland Diagnostic Clinic, north of the lakeshore on Rossland Road East. It uses low-energy X-ray to measure calcium and minerals, and it is quick and painless. A physician referral is required.
Hold calcium supplements and iron tablets until after your scan, and wear clothing without metal fasteners if you can.
Scan checklist
A short list for bone density day.
Following these points helps the scan reflect your bones accurately.
- Skip calcium and iron until after the exam
- Avoid zippers and metal fasteners
- Bring your health card and requisition
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Get your referral
Your physician must refer you. Call 905-426-3111 or use the form once you have it.
Save supplements for later
No calcium supplements or iron tablets on exam day until after the scan.
Make your way north
Wear clothes without metal fasteners and bring your health card and requisition to Rossland Road East.
Bone density scans for Lakeside Ajax patients.
Lakeside Ajax is on the lakeshore at the south of town, and our clinic is to the north on Rossland Road East. Free parking and step-free entry keep the visit easy.
- Duffins Bay
- Southeast Ajax
- Ajax
- Lake Vista
- Pickering Beach
- Westney Heights
- Discovery Bay
- Duffins Crossing
- Southwest Ajax
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Lakeside Ajax? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111Is this test useful for athletes?
Yes. Besides checking for osteoporosis, athletes may use the results to understand their bone health.
Will I need a referral from Lakeside Ajax?
Yes. A physician referral is required for every bone mineral density test.
What should I avoid before the scan?
Calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day, until the scan is finished.
Does it hurt?
No. It is a quick, painless and non-invasive test.
Can repeat scans show change?
Yes. Your physician can use results over time to monitor changes in bone density.
Let’s plan your visit
Schedule a Lakeside Ajax bone density scan.
Have your referral ready, then call or send a request. Our team will confirm a time.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111