Diagnostics – Ultrasound Scan
Book a Private Ultrasound Scan
Same-Day reports provided on all scans.
Our team provides specialist diagnostic ultrasound scans in Glasgow and Lanarkshire.
All scans are allocated 30 minutes to ensure you have the chance to ask any questions
You can self-refer for a scan
Costs start from £125
We also accept referrals from GP’s and other clinical specialists
Firstly going private not only gives you the flexibility to work around your schedule. Secondly, it also gives you faster diagnostic and earlier information. There are many reasons why going private may be the best solution for you.
With the recent pandemic and many organisations dealing with months of backlog, the long wait times can often lead to a delay in diagnostics. This often leads to an increase in anxiety for many people.
We offer the most accessible and affordable diagnostic imaging in Lanarkshire. Access to quick and effective diagnosis should be possible for everyone. We are a leading service within our field, recognisable for the top-quality service we provide.
An efficient, compassionate team of professionals with a client 1st approach to healthcare.
We specialise in diagnostic ultrasounds.
This means all our exams are performed and reported by our expert Consultant Sonographers and Radiographers.
We pride ourselves on being affordable, straightforward, and efficient service. Diagnostic ultrasound prices start from £125.
We aim to offer you an appointment within 3 days of your request.
We aim to have you seen within 3 days of your initial enquiry.
After arriving at our clinic, you can expect to be there for no more than 40 minutes unless you require to be hydrated more.
From signing in, seeing your Consultant Sonographer, and checking out again
You can schedule a callback to ensure ultrasound is correct for your healthcare issue.
Alternatively you can book online or call 01698 540380.
If you wish to use your health insurance policy, a membership number and pre-authorisation code will be required.
Types of scans
- uterus
- the lining of the womb
- both ovaries
- pelvic area
- fibroids
- ovarian cysts
- polycystic ovaries
- pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- IUCD(coil) location
Pre-scan preparation
This scan is available to women from 16 years of age.
We will perform a detailed scan to look at the size, shape, and condition of the:
- gall bladder, biliary system, and also pancreas
- liver
- both kidneys spleen and central blood vessels
- uterus
- the lining of the womb (if the transvaginal scan is performed)
- both ovaries
- pelvic area
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are the detection or exclusion of:
- detection of gall stones or polyps
- assessing the liver
- assessing the kidneys
- fibroids
- ovarian cysts
- polycystic ovaries
- pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
We will provide a Sonographer report at the time with a Medical Follow Up Recommendation if necessary.
Pre-scan preparation
May include transvaginal/internal scan with consent.
Need to expose lower part of the abdomen so ideally wear 2 piece garments i.e trousers or skirt and top.
6 hours of fasting is required. No breakfast if morning appointment / no lunch for an afternoon appointment. Water is allowed.
For diabetics, a morning appointment will also be given.
Drink 0.75 Ltr (1.5 pints) clear fluid approx 1 hour before the appointment time. Milk and fizzy drinks are not recommended.
Please do not empty your bladder before the examination.
Maintain normal medication.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
This scan is available to men from 16 years of age.
The purpose is to examine the testes and scrotal contents. This includes assessment of the superficial tissues of the scrotum, the testes, epididymis (tube connected to the testis), and also the spermatic cord.
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan. To investigate the causes of lumps, pain, and swellings of the scrotum for conditions such as
- scrotal hernias
- epididymal cysts
- hydroceles (fluid),
- varocicoeles (varicose veins)
- unexplained swellings
- testicular masses
Pre-scan preparation
The lower clothing and underwear will need to be lowered to the mid-thigh region in order to expose the scrotal area. The tissue will cover all but the affected area to be examined.
*Please note this scan is note suitable for fertility issues or erectile dysfunction.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
This scan is available from 16 years of age.
We will perform a detailed scan to look at the size, shape, and condition of the:
- gall bladder, biliary system, and pancreas
- liver
- both kidneys
- spleen and central blood vessels
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are:
- detection of gall stones or polyps
- assessing the liver
- assessing the kidneys
- Check size of the aorta
We will provide a Sonographer report at the time with a Medical Follow Up Recommendation if necessary.
Pre-scan preparation
Need to expose lower part of the abdomen so ideally wear 2 piece garments i.e trousers and top.
6 hours of fasting is required.
No breakfast if morning appointment / no lunch for an afternoon appointment.
Clear fluids are allowed.
For diabetics maintain medication and notify the clinic and a morning appointment will also be given.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
ULTRASOUND SCAN GLASGOW & LANARKSHIRE
This scan is available to women from 16 years of age.
We will perform a detailed scan to look at the size, shape, and condition of the:
- bladder when full and immediately after emptying
- both kidneys
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are:
- to exclude effects of urinary tract infections (UTI)
- look for obstructions due to stones in the kidney or bladder
- look for causes of persistent bladder problems
Pre-scan preparation
Need to expose lower part of the abdomen so ideally wear 2 piece garments i.e trousers or skirt and top.
Drink 0.75 Ltr (1.5 pints) clear fluid approx 1 hour before the appointment time. Milk and fizzy drinks are not recommended.
Please do not empty your bladder before the examination.
Maintain normal medication.
Scan pictures are generally not provided but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at the time of booking.
This scan is available from 16 years of age.
The purpose is to examine most parts of the body (excludes breast tissue, thyroid, and the axillae (armpits)). This includes assessment of the superficial tissues (skin layers and underlying muscles).
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are to investigate the causes of soft tissue swellings and lumps for conditions such as
- ganglions
- lipomas
- cysts
- skin changes
- foreign bodies
- hernias
- unexplained swellings in most parts of the body.
Pre-scan preparation
Depending on which part of the body is being examined;
appropriate clothing must be worn in order to expose the affected area.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
This scan is available from 16 years of age.
The purpose is to examine the shoulder and rotator cuff for a range of conditions. This includes assessment of the joint, rotator cuff tendons, muscles, ligaments, bursa, and soft-tissue swellings.
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are to investigate the causes of shoulder pain. Possible rotator cuff injury or tears, subacromial impingement (SAI). Also bursitis, calcific tendinosis, and degenerative changes such as arthritis.
Pre-scan preparation
For shoulders please wear a blouse or separates which may need to be removed for the examination. If our practitioner considers it necessary, the opposite side may be assessed for comparison.
For elbows please wear loose clothing that will expose the elbow joint for the examination. If our practitioner considers it necessary, the opposite side may be assessed for comparison.
Scan pictures are generally not provided but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at the time of booking.
This scan is available from 16 years of age.
The purpose is to examine the elbow for a range of conditions. This includes assessment of the joint, the flexor and extensor tendons, muscles, ligaments, bursa, and soft-tissue swellings.
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are to investigate the causes of elbow pain. Possible injury or inflammation of the tendons for conditions such as tennis and golfers elbow. Also olecranon bursitis, tendinosis, and degenerative changes such as arthritis.
Pre-scan preparation
Firstly for elbows please wear loose clothing that will expose the elbow joint for the examination. Secondly, if our practitioner considers it necessary, the opposite side may be assessed for comparison.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
This scan is available from 16 years of age.
The purpose is to examine the hip joint and upper thigh for a range of conditions. This includes assessment of the joint, the adductor tendons, muscles, ligaments, iliopsoas, and trochanteric bursae, and the hip joint.
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are to investigate the causes of hip pain. Possible injury or inflammation of the tendons for conditions such as bursitis and tendinosis. Also degenerative changes such as arthritis, hip effusions, and labral tears.
Pre-scan preparation
For hips please wear loose clothing that will need to be lowered to expose the hip joint for the examination. The opposite side may need to be assessed for comparison.
*Please note hip ultrasound scans are not suitable for all patients. Those with high BMI will have varied results and an alternative scan may be suggested such as MRI.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
This scan is available from 16 years of age.
The purpose is to examine the knee joint for a range of conditions. This includes assessment of the joint, the tendons, associated muscles, lateral and medial collateral ligaments, bursae, the lateral and medial menisci, and the posterior knee.
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are to investigate the causes of knee pain. Possible injury or inflammation of the tendons and ligaments, for conditions such as bursitis & tendinosis. Including degenerative changes such as arthritis. Also knee effusions and meniscal cysts/degeneration, cysts in the posterior knee, and ligament tears.
Pre-scan preparation
Firstly for knees please wear loose clothing that will allow the knees to be exposed for the examination. Secondly, If our practitioner considers it necessary, the opposite side may be assessed for comparison.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
This scan is available from 16 years of age.
The purpose is to examine the ankle & foot for a range of conditions. This includes an assessment of the ankle joint. The anterior, medial, and lateral tendons. Similarly, the Achilles tendon, associated soft tissues, musculature, bursae, and small joints of the ankle and foot.
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are to investigate the causes of ankle & foot pain. Possible injury or inflammation of the tendons, for conditions such as bursitis & tendinosis. Degenerative changes such as arthritis, joint effusions, and ganglions/tendon and ligament tears, neuromas, fibromas, and plantar fasciitis.
Pre-scan preparation
Firstly for the ankle & foot, footwear and socks will need to be removed in order to expose the feet for the examination. Secondly, if our practitioner considers it necessary, the opposite side may be assessed for comparison.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
This scan is available from 16 years of age.
The purpose is to examine the wrist & hand for a range of conditions. This includes an assessment of the wrist joint and the carpal tunnel. Also the flexor and extensor tendons, ligaments, small joints of the hand, associated annular and cruciate pulleys, and soft-tissue swellings too.
Common examples for having this ultrasound scan are to investigate the causes of wrist and hand pain. Possible injury or inflammation of the tendons for conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome. In addition, trigger finger, ganglions, tendinosis, and degenerative changes such as arthritis.
Pre-scan preparation
Firstly, for wrist & hand, there are no special clothing requirements but the wrist & hands must be exposed for the examination. Secondly, If our practitioner considers it necessary, the opposite side may be assessed for comparison.
Scan pictures are generally not provided, but can be supplied on request to your consultant or specialist. Please advise this at time of booking.
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