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BMD

Do I need a doctor's referral?

Yes.

Where can I go for a BMD test?
How can I book a BMD appointment?
Book BMD Appointment
What must I prepare before a BMD test?
  • ​You should not go for your test during this period:
    • Within 72 hours after a nuclear bone scan, or
    • Within 1 week after barium study (barium meal, small bowel barium follow-through or barium enema), or
    • Within 1 week after a CT scan involving the abdomen and pelvis.
  • No fasting is required.
  • Do not take calcium supplements on the day of the test.
  • Arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time for registration.
What must I bring on that day?
  • Your identity card, work pass or passport
  • Your doctor's referral form that contains:
    • Your personal particulars
    • Name, MCR and signature of referring doctor
    • Clinic name, address, contact number and stamp
    • Test to be performed
  • Any of your previous X-rays (these may help in the interpretation of results)
What is the procedure like?
  • Our staff will conduct an interview session with you to complete a lifestyle survey.
  • During the test, you will lie on your back on a padded table. A scanning "arm" will pass over your body.
  • The process takes 10 to 15 minutes.
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How do I make payment?
At NHG Diagnostics counters

Credit cards (Mastercard/VISA) and NETS are preferred.

At community/corporate events

Payment by NETS only.

How do I collect my report?
If you were referred by a polyclinic or GP
  • Your report will be sent your doctor within 5 working days.
  • See your doctor to have your report reviewed.
If you were screened during an event
  • Contact your event organiser for date of collection.
Do I need to have a doctor's referral?

Yes.

Where can I go for a BMD test?
  • Polyclinics and community hospitals, click here
  • Community/corporate events, click here
How can I book a BMD appointment?
Book BMD Appointment
What must I prepare before a BMD test?
  • You should not go for your test during this period:
    • Within 72 hours after a nuclear bone scan, or
    • Within 1 week after barium study (barium meal, small bowel barium follow-through or barium enema), or
    • Within 1 week after a CT scan involving the abdomen and pelvis.
  • No fasting is required.
  • Do not take calcium supplements on the day of the test.
  • Arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time for registration.
What must I bring on that day?
  • Your identity card, work pass or passport
  • Your doctor's referral form that contains:
    • Your personal particulars
    • Name, MCR and signature of referring doctor
    • Clinic name, address, contact number and stamp
    • Test to be performed
  • Any of your previous X-rays (these may help in the interpretation of results)
What is the procedure like?
  • Our staff will conduct an interview session with you to complete a lifestyle survey.
  • During the test, you will lie on your back on a padded table. A scanning "arm" will pass over your body.
  • The process takes 10 to 15 minutes.
How do I make payment?
At NHG Diagnostics counters

Credit cards (Mastercard/VISA) and NETS are preferred.

At community/corporate events

Payment by NETS only.

How do I collect my report?
If you were referred by a polyclinic or GP
  • Your report will be sent your doctor within 5 working days.
  • See your doctor to have your report reviewed.
If you were screened during an event
  • Contact your event organiser for date of collection.

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