West Shore bone density scans
Bone Mineral Density for West Shore patients
Low-energy X-ray bone density scans for West Shore patients with a referral, at our Ajax clinic. Useful for osteoporosis, fracture risk and tracking change.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Monitor over time
Repeat scans can show how your bone density changes from one test to the next.
Not only for osteoporosis
Athletes may also use bone density results.
Painless and brief
The exam is quick and non-invasive, with nothing to feel.
Your visit, your community
Keeping track of bone health from the West Shore.
A bone mineral density scan helps your doctor understand the strength of your bones. It uses low-energy X-ray to estimate calcium and mineral content, helping detect osteoporosis, assess fracture risk and track change over time.
West Shore patients visit our single clinic in Ajax, east of Pickering’s lakeshore, at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East. A physician referral is required, so bring your requisition and health card.
The scan is quick and painless. On the day, wait to take calcium supplements or iron tablets until after your exam, and wear clothing without metal if you can. Questions are welcome at 905-426-3111.
Exam day
West Shore bone density, ready with three small steps.
Leaving supplements until later and choosing metal-free clothing help keep the reading accurate.
- No calcium or iron tablets before the scan
- Avoid zippers and metal fasteners
- Bring your health card and requisition
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Bring a requisition
Bone density testing needs a physician referral, so have your requisition ready.
Schedule your scan
Call 905-426-3111 or use the request form to arrange a time at our Ajax clinic.
Hold the tablets
Skip calcium supplements and iron tablets on exam day until the scan is over.
Bone density testing for West Shore, east in Ajax.
West Shore patients come from Pickering's lakeshore to our one clinic in Ajax. We welcome referrals from across Pickering for bone mineral density testing.
- Bay Ridges
- Frenchman's Bay
- Village East
- Rosebank
- Liverpool
- Highbush
- Woodlands Pickering
- Seaton
- Downtown Pickering
- Pickering
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Bone Mineral Density or visiting from West Shore? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111How does the scan measure my bones?
It uses low-energy X-ray to estimate the calcium and minerals in your bones.
Do I need a referral from my doctor?
Yes. A physician referral is required for this test.
What clothing works best?
Clothing without zippers or metal fasteners, when possible.
Where do West Shore patients have the test?
At our only clinic, Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East, Ajax, with free parking.
Can a bone density test be repeated?
Yes. Results can be used to monitor changes in bone density over time.
Let’s plan your visit
Book bone density testing from West Shore.
Send your request with your contact details and our team will arrange your appointment.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111