Northwood bone density testing
Bone Mineral Density for Northwood residents
A bone mineral density scan measures calcium and minerals to help detect osteoporosis. Northwood patients with a referral can book this quick test in Ajax.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Quick and painless
The scan is non-invasive and you simply lie still while it is done.
Fracture risk in view
Results help your physician detect osteoporosis and assess fracture risk.
Track over time
Repeat scans can show how your bone density changes, and athletes also use the results.
Your visit, your community
Measuring the strength behind your frame.
Bone mineral density testing gives your physician a measure of how strong your bones are. The scan uses low-energy X-ray technology to estimate density by measuring calcium and minerals.
The results help detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and monitor changes over time. Some athletes use the results too. The exam is quick, painless and non-invasive.
You will need a physician referral. On the day, avoid calcium supplements and iron tablets until after the scan, and wear clothing without metal fasteners if you can. Northwood patients can call 905-426-3111 to book at our Ajax clinic.
Exam-day reminders
Leave the calcium for later.
A few small habits on the day keep your results reliable. Plan for them before you set out.
- No calcium supplements or iron tablets until after the scan.
- Clothing without zippers or metal fasteners.
- Health card and requisition in hand.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Ask for a requisition
A physician referral is required, so start with your doctor.
Hold the supplements
Skip calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day until the scan is finished.
Dress without metal
Wear clothes without zippers or metal fasteners when possible, and bring your health card.
Northwood to Ajax for bone density.
Our single clinic is in Ajax, so people from Northwood head west for this scan. The visit is brief, and parking is free.
- Windfields
- Kedron
- North Oshawa
- Samac
- Taunton Oshawa
- Vanier
- Northglen
- Oshawa
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Northwood? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111Do I need a referral?
Yes. Bone mineral density testing requires a physician referral.
Can I take my morning vitamins?
Hold off on calcium supplements and iron tablets until after the scan. Check with your physician about any other medication.
How does the scan work?
It uses low-energy X-ray technology to estimate bone density by measuring calcium and minerals.
What should I wear from Northwood?
Choose clothing without zippers or metal fasteners when possible so you are ready when you arrive in Ajax.
What do I bring to the appointment?
Bring your health card and the requisition from your physician.
Let’s plan your visit
Book bone density from Northwood.
Have your requisition ready and send a request, and our team will reach out with an appointment time.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111