Samac bone density testing
Bone Mineral Density for Samac patients
Samac patients with a doctor's referral can book a bone mineral density test in Ajax. You lie still while a low-energy X-ray scan estimates bone strength.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Nothing to feel
The scan is quick, painless and non-invasive. You simply lie still on the table.
Early osteoporosis detection
Results help detect osteoporosis and estimate how likely a fracture may be.
Progress you can track
Follow-up scans let your doctor see how bone density changes over time.
Your visit, your community
Lie back while the scanner does the work.
A bone mineral density test is one of the easier imaging exams. You lie on a table while low-energy X-ray measures the calcium and minerals in your bones, with nothing to feel.
Samac patients travel to our clinic in Ajax, our only location, for the scan. A physician referral is required, and the results help detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and monitor change over time.
On exam day, wear clothing without metal fasteners if you can, and wait until after the scan to take calcium or iron. Bring your health card and requisition.
Day-of reminders
No metal on, no minerals in.
Metal fasteners and same-day supplements can affect the measurement, so plan your morning around the scan.
- Skip zippers and metal fasteners when possible.
- Calcium and iron wait until after the exam.
- Bring your health card and requisition.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Book once referred
Bone density testing requires a physician referral. Call 905-426-3111 or send the form.
Plan your clothing and pills
Wear clothing without zippers or metal, and save calcium and iron tablets for after the scan.
Visit our Ajax clinic
Samac patients come to Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East, with their health card and requisition.
Samac patients, bone density testing in Ajax.
Samac is in Oshawa, and our one clinic sits west of the city in Ajax. Ground-floor access and free parking make the short appointment easy to manage.
- Centennial Oshawa
- Oshawa
- Kedron
- Taunton Oshawa
- North Oshawa
- Windfields
- Northwood
- O'Neill
- McLaughlin
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Samac? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111What happens during a bone density scan?
You lie on a padded table while a low-energy X-ray scanner passes over the area being measured.
Does it hurt?
No. Bone mineral density testing is painless and non-invasive.
What should I avoid before the test?
Do not take calcium supplements or iron tablets on exam day until the scan is done.
Do athletes ever have this scan?
Yes. Besides osteoporosis care, some athletes use bone density results.
Where is the closest clinic for Samac?
Our only clinic is at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East, Ajax, ON L1Z 0M1.
Let’s plan your visit
Samac bone density appointment requests.
Send the form with your referral information, and our team will be in touch to arrange your scan.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111