Unionville BMD testing
Bone Mineral Density for Unionville patients
Unionville patients with a referral can book a bone mineral density scan at our Ajax clinic. The quick, painless test helps detect osteoporosis early.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Early osteoporosis detection
Measuring bone density helps your physician spot osteoporosis and weigh fracture risk.
Compare scan to scan
Follow-up tests show how your bone density changes over the years.
Simple for you
The scan is quick and painless, using low-energy X-ray while you lie still.
Your visit, your community
Unionville patients, know where your bones stand.
Bone loss often has no symptoms, which is why physicians use bone mineral density testing to check. Rossland Diagnostic Clinic in Ajax offers this scan to referred patients, including those from Unionville.
The test uses low-energy X-ray to estimate density by measuring calcium and minerals in your bones. It helps detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and monitor change over time, and it is quick, painless and non-invasive.
On exam day, hold calcium supplements and iron tablets until the scan is finished. Wear clothing without metal fasteners where possible, and bring your health card and requisition. Call 905-426-3111 with any questions.
Getting ready
Unionville bone scan preparation in brief.
A few simple steps on exam day help make sure your measurement is accurate.
- Referral and health card required
- Hold calcium and iron until after the scan
- Avoid zippers and metal fasteners
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Book with your requisition
A physician referral is needed. Once you have it, contact us online or at 905-426-3111.
Wait on supplements
Skip calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day until your scan is complete.
Choose simple clothing
Pick an outfit with no zippers or metal snaps if you can, and pack your health card along with the requisition.
Bone density scans for Unionville residents.
Patients from Unionville in central Markham book their bone density test at our only clinic, in Ajax. Free parking and ground-floor access help the visit go smoothly.
- Cornell
- Box Grove
- Markham
- Legacy
- Wismer
- Berczy Village
- Greensborough
- Markham Village
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Unionville? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111Is a referral needed for bone mineral density testing?
Yes. Please bring your physician's requisition and your health card.
What does the scan measure?
It estimates bone density by measuring calcium and minerals using low-energy X-ray.
When can I take my iron tablets?
After the scan. Calcium supplements and iron tablets should be held on exam day until the test is done.
Is this test only for osteoporosis?
It is mainly used for osteoporosis and fracture risk, but athletes may also use the results.
Is there a Unionville location?
No. Our one clinic is at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East in Ajax.
Let’s plan your visit
Book a Unionville bone density scan.
Share your referral and preferred times. Our team will confirm your appointment and answer questions.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111