Vanier bone density exams
Bone Mineral Density for Vanier
Vanier patients can book bone mineral density testing in Ajax with a referral. Bring your health card and requisition, and hold calcium until after the scan.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Painless test
The scan is quick, painless and non-invasive.
Useful results
Results help detect osteoporosis and assess fracture risk.
Easy access
Our Ajax clinic has free parking and ground-floor entry.
Your visit, your community
Three things to bring, two things to skip.
Getting ready for a bone mineral density test is mostly about what you bring and what you skip. Bring your health card and requisition, and leave calcium supplements and iron tablets until after the scan.
The test uses low-energy X-ray technology to estimate bone density by measuring calcium and minerals. Results help your physician detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and follow changes over time, and athletes may use them too.
A physician referral is required. Vanier patients can book at our single Ajax clinic by calling 905-426-3111, and should wear clothing without zippers or metal fasteners when possible.
Your checklist
Health card, requisition, metal-free outfit.
Bring the right papers and skip calcium and iron before the scan. That is most of the preparation.
- Health card and requisition.
- Clothing without zippers or metal fasteners.
- No calcium or iron until afterward.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Request with a referral
A physician referral is required. Book online or call 905-426-3111.
Skip calcium and iron
Leave supplements and iron tablets until after your scan on exam day.
Bring your papers
Have your health card and requisition with you at Unit 102.
Bone density for Vanier patients.
Our single location is in Ajax, and Vanier patients travel from Oshawa for this exam. Parking is free and the clinic is on the ground floor.
- McLaughlin
- Stevenson
- Oshawa
- O'Neill
- Central Oshawa
- Taunton Oshawa
- Kedron
- Pinecrest
- Eastdale
- Northwood
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from Vanier? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111What should Vanier patients bring?
Your health card and the requisition from your physician.
What should I avoid wearing?
Clothing with zippers or metal fasteners, when possible.
How does the test estimate bone density?
Low-energy X-ray technology measures calcium and minerals in your bones.
Can results be compared over time?
Yes. The test can monitor changes in bone density between scans.
When can I take my calcium supplement?
After the scan. Avoid calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day until it is done.
Let’s plan your visit
Book a Vanier bone density test.
Share your requisition details through the form, and our team will contact you with a time.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111