A carotid doppler, also known as a carotid duplex or carotid ultrasound, is a painless ultrasound test to measure the flow of blood through your carotid arteries.
If your cervical smear test indicates abnormal cells are present your consultant may recommend a colposcopy to examine the cells and tissue in your vagina and cervix.
A cone biopsy is performed to investigate abnormal cells in your cervix.
Cytology is a form of pathology that diagnoses diseases and abnormalities at a cell level using a microscope.
Find out what an echocardiogram (echo) involves, why you might need one, the different types, what happens during the scan, and possible risks
Find out what an ECG (electrocardiogram) checks, why you might need one, the different types, what happens during the test, and possible risks.
If a normal ECG does not reveal any problems your consultant may recommend measuring your heart activity over 24 hours, 48 hours or 7 days using an event monitor.
Find out what a hysteroscopy involves, including why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during the test, and the possible risks and benefits.
Over the past 25 years, rates of malignant melanoma in Britain have risen faster than any other common cancer.
If you have an unusual growth (lesion) or tumour on your penis your consultant may recommend taking a biopsy (sample) for analysis in a pathology lab.
Wondering about prostate cancer screening? Find out who can have it, what the PSA test involves, and the benefits and risks involved in testing.
If rectal pain, bleeding, lumps or changes in your bowel habits are causing concern, a rectal EUA at Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital can help identify the cause. Our experienced colorectal specialists use this procedure to assess rectal and anal conditions in detail and guide the most appropriate treatment plan for you.
A smear test, or cervical screening, is used to detect abnormal cells in your cervix (the entrance to your womb).
Also known as a testicular screen, this ultrasound can help diagnose medical conditions in the testicles.
The Zio® XT is an external, non-invasive ECG (electrocardiogram) monitor that records your heart rhythm for up to 14 days.