Absolutely amazing staff and service.. very kind, caring, friendly, and efficient. Yes, my appointment was made on an emergency basis. I wish that the rest of our health care system worked as quickly, efficiently, and caring as these ladies and gentlemen did.
Understanding A Bone Density Scan
A bone density test is quick, painless, and noninvasive. It measures how much calcium and minerals are in your bones, giving you an accurate estimation of how dense or thick your bones are.
It uses a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scanner, which looks like a large, flat table with an “arm” suspended overhead.
Having more minerals in your bones means they are stronger, denser, and less likely to break. The lower your mineral count, the greater your chance of breaking a bone.
Benefits Of A BMD Scan
Quick, Painless, & Noninvasive
Recommended Age - 65 or older
Acurate Measurement For Bone Health
Who Needs A Bone Density Scan?
Anyone 65 or older should get a bone density scan. If you are taking steroids (such as Prednisone or Cortisone) for any condition, this test should be done at any age.
Other patients that may require a bone density scan include individuals who have broken bones, whose parents have broken a hip, females experiencing menopause, males with low testosterone, as well as anyone with low body weight, arthritis, or compression fractures in the spine.
Choosing CAMIS For Your BMD Exam
At CAMIS, we pride ourselves on providing the expert care you deserve and performing a quick and anxiety-free bone density exam. Bone density scans are noninvasive, they are comparable to a simple x-ray.
We understand that the turnaround of our patients’ results are of utmost importance, so we prioritize getting the results to your doctor within a week.
Confidently Detecting Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis, which is a disease of the bones, causes bones to be weak and break easily. The doctor uses your results of the test to evaluate your risk of fractures.
Women and men aged 65 and older are at the highest risk for developing osteoporosis and should get a bone density scan. Those below 65 who have broken a bone during a minor accident, have arthritis, smoke, drink heavily, or have a low body weight should speak with a doctor about the potential risk of osteoporosis.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD)
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
After your Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exam, the images will be carefully reviewed and interpreted by a radiologist. A comprehensive report will then be sent directly to your ordering physician. Your doctor is responsible for discussing the results with you and outlining any necessary follow-up care or treatment plans. We recommend contacting your doctor’s office if you don’t hear from them within this timeframe.
Yes, for all Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) exams, a valid referral (requisition) from a licensed physician or nurse practitioner is required. We cannot schedule or perform your scan without this referral.
A bone scan is a Nuclear Medicine test that involves an injection of a radioactive tracer and typically takes about 3 hours to complete. A bone density exam, also known as a DEXA scan, is a different test that uses a very small amount of X-ray to measure bone mineral density and usually takes about 10-15 minutes.
Preparing For Your Appointment
PATIENT PREPARATION
- Do not take calcium or vitamin supplements the day of the exam.
- You cannot have had an x-ray procedure using barium or dye in the 7 days leading up to your exam.
- You cannot have a BMD if you are under 18 or are pregnant.
- Wear loose fitting clothing, with no metal (including underwire) or you may be asked to change into a gown.
- Fasting is not required.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR EXAM
- When you arrive, you will be asked to fill out a short questionnaire.
- Your height and weight will be taken.
- The technologist will explain the exam, and have you lie on your back on the table.
- You will be required to hold very still during the exam.
AFTER YOUR EXAM
- After a BMD you will be free to go.
- Your doctor can be contacted after 1 week, for the results.
BMD is covered by Alberta Health Care
Referrals are necessary for all bookings
Exam Duration: 15min
Shout out to the two amazing women who assisted me in my MRI appointment today, although I came in with anxiety of the unknown and don’t do well in closed spaces these two wonderful ladies made my experience not only great but I was able to make it through it with ease and comfort, thank you so very much for your kindness and amazing support and service, two of the most beautiful women it’s great to see there is still amazing people out there, thank you again ladies 🙌🙌🙌🫶
Tara B.
Always have a professional and kind experience with CAMIS. I was lucky enough to have Debbie this last time and she was incredibly kind and gentle for a procedure that can be uncomfortable. Very thoughtful and walked me through everything with humor and unmatched professionalism. All staff have been great in my experience.
Natalie B
I had an amazing experience having my test done here today. Jordyn was very personable (great interpersonal and communication skills) – made me feel at ease and comfortable during my test. She is an excellent ultrasound technologist! She explained the procedures and my test was done on time. Thank you for the excellent service Jordyn!
Experanza E.
I cannot say enough good things about all the staff and doctors I interacted with the last two days. What was a very scary and stressful time was made enjoyable, easy, understandable and friendly.
Carrie McKay
I cannot say enough good things about all the staff and doctors I interacted with the last two days. What was a very scary and stressful time was made enjoyable, easy, understandable and friendly. Everyone from the greeter at the door to front desk staff to all the wonderful nurses and technicians made this whole process so easy and relieving.
Carrie M
I had a Barbotage treatment at the new CAMIS Notre Dame location. I have to say the staff there are excellent. The one in the treatment room with me was so kind, considerate and compassionate). I just want to compliment the lovely lady who assisted the Doctor who was also exceptionally good at trying not to cause me any more pain. Great job done by both of them.
Carole Carnahan
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