Tests and scans at Nuffield Health Hospitals

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How to book

Once you’ve found the test or scan you want, click ‘Find a hospital’.
Enter your location for the nearest hospital that offers that procedure.
You’ll need a referral from a medical professional before you can book. Once you have one, email it to your chosen hospital’s radiology department and they’ll be in touch to book your appointment and confirm the price. You can find their email on the hospital’s page in the contact information section.

Types of test and scan:

Angiography

Find out what angiography involves, how to prepare, what happens during and after the test, and the possible risks and benefits explained clearly.

Bronchoscopy

Find out what a bronchoscopy involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during and after the test, and the possible risks involved.

Capsule endoscopy of the small bowel

A capsule endoscopy uses a pill-sized camera to examine your small intestine, an area that's difficult to reach with a standard endoscope, helping diagnose or monitor bowel conditions. At Nuffield Health Highgate Hospital, our gastroenterologists are experienced at performing capsule endoscopies, offering personalised care, modern techniques and clear guidance at every step.

Cardiac electrophysiology study and catheter ablation

An electrophysiology study is a procedure to diagnose and treat an arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat.

Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is a procedure that uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera to examine the lining of the large bowel, including the colon and rectum. If you're experiencing symptoms such as abdominal pain, rectal bleeding or changes in bowel habits, a colonoscopy at Nuffield Health Highgate Hospital can help identify the cause and support early diagnosis of bowel conditions.

Colposcopy

Find out what a colposcopy involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during and after, and what your results could mean for you.

CT calcium scoring (or cardiac calcium scoring)

CT calcium scoring is a CT scan to check for deposits or build-up of plaque on the walls of your coronary arteries (arteries that supply blood to your heart).

Cystoscopy

Find out what a cystoscopy involves, why you might need one, how to prepare, what happens during the test, and the possible side effects to expect.

Dermoscope

A dermoscope is a microscope like device used by dermatologists to examine individual skin lesions more closely.

Diagnostic endoscopy

A diagnostic endoscopy is an examination to look at your internal organs using an instrument called an endoscope.

Echocardiogram

Find out what an echocardiogram (echo) involves, why you might need one, the different types, what happens during the scan, and possible risks

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Find out what an ECG (electrocardiogram) checks, why you might need one, the different types, what happens during the test, and possible risks.

Electromyography (EMG)

Find out what an EMG (electromyography) test checks, why you might need one, how to prepare, what happens during the test, and what to expect afterwards.

Endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatogram (or ERCP)

Find out what an ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography) involves, why you might need one, how to prepare, and the possible risks.

Flexible sigmoidoscopy

If you're experiencing changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain or rectal bleeding, the specialists at Nuffield Health Highgate Hospital offer flexible sigmoidoscopy to investigate your symptoms and identify the underlying cause. This diagnostic procedure examines the lower bowel and can support the early diagnosis of bowel cancer.

Gastroscopy (gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy)

A gastroscopy (GI endoscopy) is a procedure that uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera to examine your oesophagus (gullet), stomach and the first part of your small intestine. At Nuffield Health Highgate Hospital, gastroscopy can help diagnose the cause of symptoms such as persistent indigestion, acid reflux, difficulty swallowing and unexplained stomach pain, as well as identify a range of upper digestive conditions and enable biopsies to be taken when needed.

Hearing test

Find out what a hearing test involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during the test, and what your results could mean.

Hysteroscopy

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.

Larynx diagnostic endoscopy (or laryngoscopy)

If you experience chronic (long term) laryngitis, difficulty swallowing or throat pain your consultant may recommend a larynx diagnostic endoscopy (laryngoscopy).

Liver function tests

Find out what liver function tests measure, why you might need one, how to prepare, what happens, and what the results can and can't tell you.

Mole assessment

A mole assessment is when a doctor, nurse or trained specialist examines a mole, or several moles, on your skin to check for any signs that could suggest skin cancer. They may look at the mole with the naked eye or use a magnifying tool called a dermatoscope to see it in more detail.

Mole mapping

Find out what mole mapping involves, why it's used, how to get ready for your appointment, and what happens if a mole needs a closer look afterwards.

Nerve conduction study

Find out what a nerve conduction study involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during and after, and the risks.

Prostate Cancer Screening Services

Wondering about prostate cancer screening? Find out who can have it, what the PSA test involves, and the benefits and risks involved in testing.

Rectal examination under anaesthetic (EUA)

If rectal pain, bleeding, lumps or changes in your bowel habits are causing concern, a rectal EUA at Nuffield Health Highgate 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.

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