General Health Scans
Private ultrasound scans for fast answers and reassurance, with expert care for abdominal, kidney, bladder, liver and pelvic concerns.
Explore Our Health Scans
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A 20-minute abdominal ultrasound to look at organs such as the liver, spleen, pancreas, gallbladder, and bladder, and help investigate symptoms like pain, bloating, or discomfort.
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A 20-minute kidney and bladder scan to assess both kidneys and the bladder, and help investigate urinary symptoms, pain, cysts, swelling, possible blockage, or fluid build-up.
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A 40-minute combined scan to assess the abdomen, liver, and pelvic area, helping investigate a wider range of digestive, urinary, or pelvic symptoms in one appointment.
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A prostate ultrasound to help investigate pelvic pain, urinary symptoms, or prostate concerns by checking the size and condition of the prostate gland.
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An aorta ultrasound to check the size of the abdominal aorta and help screen for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA).
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An MSK ultrasound to assess muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints, helping investigate pain, swelling, injuries, or reduced movement.
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A vascular ultrasound to assess blood flow in the arteries and veins and help investigate poor circulation, blockages, clots, or varicose veins.
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A small parts ultrasound to assess areas such as the thyroid, salivary glands, or lymph nodes and help investigate lumps, swelling, cysts, or other abnormalities.
What Can a General Health Scan Help With?
Abdominal pain, bloating, or discomfort
Kidney or bladder concerns
Liver and gallbladder issues
Pelvic symptoms that need a wider check
The need for a quick private scan without a referral
What’s Included in Your Appointment
A 20- or 40-minute appointment, depending on the scan
A qualified HCPC-registered sonographer
A scan report of our findings
All digital images emailed after your appointment
What To Expect At Your Appointment
A warm welcome when you arrive at the clinic
A short consent form and a few questions about your health and symptoms
A private scan with an experienced HCPC-registered sonographer
Clear guidance throughout the appointment, so you know what is happening
Time to ask questions if there is anything you are unsure about
A written report within 24 hours, with digital images emailed afterwards
Hear From Our Clients
FAQs
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You can get same day appointment. We can also carry out out of hours appointments, please call us if you need an appointment as quickly as possible. 08006404299
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No. You can book directly with Imaginatal, and if you are unsure which scan you need, the team can help guide you 08006404299
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For abdominal scans, you often need to fast for 6 to 8 hours before your appointment so that organs such as your liver and gallbladder can be assessed sufficiently. For the renal scan, you would need to drink 2 pints of fluids so that your bladder is full and can be assessed.
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Your appointment will last 20 or 40 minutes depending on the number of investigations that need to be done.
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Yes, ultrasound is a safe and accurate imaging test. Unlike X-ray imaging, ultrasound doesn’t use radiation (which can cause health issues at high doses). Ultrasound has no known side effects.
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You will receive a written report in 24 hours of your appointment, and scan images will also be emailed to you.
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It depends. Drinking small amounts of water with daily medication is usually OK. Renal scans require a full bladder, so we need you to drink 1 pint of water an hour before. For other scans we may need you to fast for eight hours before your appointment. If you’re not sure, please give us a call and we will be happy to help. 08006404299
