Private Ultrasound Scan UK – Fast Specialist Imaging

Prompt ultrasound appointments for abdominal, pelvic, thyroid, testicular, breast and soft-tissue concerns, with clinical guidance and consultant reporting.

Doctor-led support helps ensure the right ultrasound scan is arranged for your symptoms.

Why choose PrivateScans?

Fast private ultrasound access, with clinical guidance from start to finish

PrivateScans helps you access clinically appropriate ultrasound imaging across the UK, with medical support before and after your appointment.

No GP referral needed to begin

Start your booking online or by phone. Our doctors review your needs and support the referral process where imaging is appropriate.

Nationwide coverage

Access ultrasound appointments through a network of 100+ CQC-registered clinics across the UK.

Fast appointments

Appointment availability is often within a few days, depending on the body part, clinic and location selected.

Expert reporting

Your ultrasound images are reviewed by a consultant radiologist, with a formal written report provided after your scan.

Results explained

A GP follow-up consultation helps you understand your report and consider the most appropriate next steps.

Transparent pricing

Clear scan costs are explained before your appointment is arranged, so you understand the price before you commit.

How PrivateScans works

Step 1: Choose your scan

Pick your scan type, body part and location. No referral needed.

Step 2: Book and confirm

Pay online to secure your GP consultation.

Step 3: Speak with a doctor

A GP will review your medical history, recommend the most appropriate scan for your needs, and issue your medical referral.

Step 4: Attend your scan

Patient attending an MRI scan appointment

Attend your scan at one of our partner CQC-registered scanning centres, selected for convenience and high clinical standards.

Step 5: Results & follow up

Doctor providing a remote follow-up consultation

Results arrive fast. A follow-up consultation with a GP will explain your results and guide you on what to do next if needed.

Ultrasound scan areas

Types of ultrasound scans

Ultrasound scans use high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of soft tissues, organs, blood flow and selected musculoskeletal structures. The scan area selected will depend on your symptoms and what your clinician needs to investigate.

Bladder

A bladder ultrasound can help assess bladder emptying, urinary symptoms, discomfort and related urinary tract concerns.

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Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal ultrasound can examine muscles, tendons, ligaments and soft tissues around painful or injured areas.

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Women's

Women’s ultrasound scans can help assess pelvic organs, breast concerns and other symptoms where ultrasound is appropriate.

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Liver

A liver ultrasound can help assess liver texture, cysts, fatty change, gallbladder region concerns and related abdominal symptoms.

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Pelvis

A pelvic ultrasound can assess the uterus, ovaries, bladder and surrounding pelvic structures.

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Kidney

A kidney ultrasound can examine the kidneys and urinary tract for stones, swelling, cysts or other structural concerns.

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Urinary Tract

A urinary tract ultrasound can assess the kidneys, bladder and related structures for urinary symptoms.

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Neck

A neck ultrasound can assess soft tissues, lymph nodes, salivary glands and selected neck lumps.

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Thyroid

A thyroid ultrasound provides detailed images of the thyroid gland and can assess nodules, swelling or structural change.

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Abdomen

An abdominal ultrasound can assess organs including the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, pancreas and spleen.

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Prostate

A prostate ultrasound can help assess prostate size, urinary symptoms and related pelvic concerns.

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Transvaginal

A transvaginal ultrasound provides detailed pelvic imaging and may be recommended for gynaecological symptoms.

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Testicular

A testicular ultrasound can assess pain, swelling, lumps, cysts, varicoceles and blood flow concerns.

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Doppler

Doppler ultrasound assesses blood flow through vessels and can help investigate circulation-related symptoms.

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Breast

A breast ultrasound can assess breast lumps, focal pain and other concerns, often alongside specialist breast assessment.

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Men's

Men’s ultrasound scans can help assess prostate, testicular, abdominal or urinary tract symptoms.

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Lymph Node

A lymph node ultrasound can assess enlarged or tender lymph nodes and guide next steps where needed.

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Ovary

An ovary ultrasound can assess ovarian cysts, pelvic pain and other gynaecological symptoms.

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Body, Lumps & Bumps

A soft tissue ultrasound can assess lumps, bumps, cysts, lipomas and other superficial soft tissue concerns.

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Not sure what you need?

Book a consultation call with one of our doctors for expert scan advice. If imaging is recommended, we can support the referral and help you choose the most appropriate ultrasound scan.

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About ultrasound

What is an ultrasound scan?

An ultrasound scan is a non-invasive imaging test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create pictures of the inside of the body.

Ultrasound is commonly used to assess soft tissues, abdominal organs, pelvic organs, the thyroid, breast tissue, testicles, tendons, joints and blood flow. It does not use ionising radiation.

Safety

Is an ultrasound scan safe?

Ultrasounds use a low dose of ionising radiation. The risk from a standard diagnostic Ultrasound is very small, but the scan should still be clinically appropriate and justified.

Our doctors review your symptoms and medical history before referral. If you are pregnant or may be pregnant, this must be discussed before your appointment so the safest approach can be agreed.

Clinical value

What an ultrasound scan can tell you

Ultrasounds can help identify fractures, joint wear, arthritis, bone alignment changes, some infections, chest abnormalities and other structural concerns.

Your images are reviewed by a consultant radiologist, who prepares a formal report to support diagnosis, onward referral or treatment planning.

Ultrasound prices

Book a Private Ultrasound Scan

Starting from£145

When you book a private ultrasound scan, you'll receive a full, end-to-end package of care, starting from just £145.

Our scan costs vary depending on the pricing set by the individual scanning centres.

Start your scan journey from as little as £25.

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Every Ultrasound booking includes

GP consultation

Discuss your medical needs and confirm the most appropriate ultrasound scan.

Your ultrasound scan at a CQC-registered clinic

Your appointment takes place at a trusted UK imaging centre.

Consultant radiologist report

Your images are reviewed and reported by a specialist radiologist.

Follow up GP consultation

A GP can explain your report and advise on appropriate next steps.

Access to images as required

Access to scan images can be arranged where needed for onward care.

FAQs

Your questions, answered

Common questions about private ultrasound scans, booking, preparation and results.

Do I need a GP referral or a self-referral for a private ultrasound scan?

You do not need a referral from your regular GP to start with PrivateScans. After booking, our in-house medical team will contact you to understand your symptoms and medical history.

Where ultrasound is appropriate, our clinicians can prepare the referral information required by your chosen scanning centre.

Why should I pay for a private ultrasound scan?

Patients often choose private ultrasound because appointments may be available sooner, results can be provided faster, and clinic location and appointment time may be more convenient.

Private ultrasound can also provide access to a wide range of diagnostic scan types with clear clinical support before and after the appointment.

What is the booking process for a private ultrasound scan?

Start by choosing your scan, body part and location online. Our clinical team will then review your medical information and confirm the most appropriate ultrasound request.

Your chosen scanning centre will confirm appointment availability and provide any preparation instructions before you attend.

What should I expect when I arrive for a private ultrasound scan?

You may be asked to complete a consent form and confirm your medical details. Preparation depends on the scan type, and your scanning centre will provide instructions in advance.

Many ultrasound scans do not require changing into a gown, although this depends on the body area being examined.

How long does an ultrasound scan take?

The scan itself usually takes around 15 to 45 minutes, depending on the body area and the type of ultrasound required.

Book your private ultrasound scan with expert guidance

Access private ultrasound appointments across the UK, with doctor-led referral support, specialist imaging and follow-up guidance after your report.

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