Scugog bone density testing
Bone Mineral Density for Scugog patients
With a physician referral, Scugog Township patients can have a bone mineral density scan in Ajax to check for osteoporosis and track bone health.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Over in no time
The scan is quick, painless and non-invasive, and you stay comfortably clothed.
Insight into fracture risk
Results help detect osteoporosis and give your physician a clearer picture of fracture risk.
Track change over time
Repeat scans let your physician monitor how your bone density shifts from year to year.
Your visit, your community
Measuring bone strength for Scugog Township.
A bone mineral density scan estimates how much calcium and other minerals are in your bones. Using low-energy X-ray technology, it helps detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and follow changes over time.
The exam is quick, painless and non-invasive. A physician referral is required, and on the day you should hold off on calcium supplements and iron tablets until after the scan.
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic is at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East in Ajax, with free parking and ground-floor access. Patients from across Scugog Township are welcome to call 905-426-3111 to arrange a visit.
Exam-day reminders
Preparing for bone density testing from Scugog.
The scan itself is simple, but a few habits on the day help keep results accurate.
- Pause calcium and iron tablets until after the scan.
- Choose clothes free of zippers and metal.
- Bring your health card and requisition.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Get a referral first
Bone density testing requires a physician referral. Once you have it, call 905-426-3111 to book.
Hold your supplements
Do not take calcium supplements or iron tablets on exam day until your scan is done.
Dress without metal
Clothing without zippers or metal fasteners is best. Bring your health card and requisition to Ajax.
Scugog patients and bone density scans.
Our Ajax clinic serves people from Port Perry and the rest of Scugog Township who need a bone density test. Since it is a short exam, it fits easily into a day when you are already heading south.
- Greenbank
- Manchester
- Port Perry
- Oshawa
- Uxbridge
- Whitby
- Goodwood
- Pickering
- Courtice
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Scugog? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111Do I need a referral for a bone density test?
Yes. A physician referral is required for bone mineral density testing.
How does the scan work?
It uses low-energy X-ray technology to estimate bone density by measuring calcium and other minerals.
Should I take my calcium pills before driving in from Scugog?
No. Wait until after your scan to take calcium supplements or iron tablets on exam day.
Can athletes use bone density results?
Yes. Athletes may also use the results as part of understanding their bone health.
What should I bring?
Bring your health card and requisition, and wear clothing without metal fasteners if you can.
Let’s plan your visit
Book bone density testing from Scugog.
Have your referral ready and contact our team. We will confirm an appointment that suits your schedule.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111