Rouge bone density testing
Bone Mineral Density for Rouge residents
Rouge residents with a physician referral can have a bone mineral density scan in Ajax. Low-energy X-ray helps detect osteoporosis and track bone health.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Early osteoporosis detection
The scan estimates bone density so thinning can be found and addressed.
A baseline for comparison
Later scans can be compared to track how your bones change over time.
Useful for athletes too
Some athletes use bone density results as part of their training picture.
Your visit, your community
A short scan that gauges fracture risk.
A bone mineral density scan estimates the calcium and other minerals in your bones using low-energy X-ray. Physicians use the result to detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and follow changes from one test to the next.
The exam is quick, painless and non-invasive. Rouge residents need a physician referral before booking, then come to our Ajax clinic at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East.
To prepare, wear clothing without zippers or metal fasteners where possible, and hold off on calcium supplements and iron tablets until the scan is over. Bring your health card and requisition.
Scan-day checklist
Zipper-free clothes and a supplement pause.
Metal and mineral supplements can both get in the way of an accurate result, so plan around them on the day.
- No metal fasteners when possible.
- Calcium and iron wait until after.
- Health card and requisition in hand.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Start with your doctor
A physician referral is required. Once you have your requisition, request a time.
Plan your outfit
Choose clothes without zippers or metal fasteners if you can.
Wait on supplements
Skip calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day until the scan is finished.
Rouge bone density scans in Ajax.
Rouge borders Durham Region, and our clinic is in Ajax just to the east. It is our only location, with free parking and step-free ground-floor access.
- Morningside
- Woburn
- Malvern
- Highland Creek
- Scarborough
- Port Union
- Guildwood
- Scarborough Village
- Centennial Scarborough
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Rouge? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111How does the bone density test work?
Low-energy X-ray measures calcium and other minerals to estimate how dense your bones are.
Can I book without a referral?
No. Bone mineral density testing requires a physician referral.
Should I take my iron pills that morning?
Wait until after your scan to take iron tablets or calcium supplements.
Will I need to change?
Wearing clothes with no zippers or metal fasteners may help you avoid changing.
What do Rouge patients bring?
Bring your health card and the requisition from your physician to our Ajax clinic.
Let’s plan your visit
Book a bone density test from Rouge.
With your requisition ready, send a request through the form and our team will set a time with you.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111