Tests and scans
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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:
Bone density scanning (DEXA or DXA)
A DEXA or DXA scan, or bone density scan, is a quick, painless test that measures the strength of your bones. It uses very low dose X-rays to check how much bone mineral you have, which helps show your chance of osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones and makes them more likely to break.
Breast ultrasound
A breast ultrasound is used to investigate breast lumps or other abnormalities.
Cardiac MRI (CMR)
Find out what a cardiac MRI (CMR) scan involves, why it's used, how to prepare, and what happens during and after your appointment, including risks.
CT scan (or CAT scan)
A CT scan is used to produce internal cross-sectional images of the body. The images aid the detection of disease and injury, allowing effective treatment planning.
Endoscopic ultrasound
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is a highly specialised investigation combining two types of tests - endoscopy and ultrasound.
Gynaecological ultrasound
A Gynaecological ultrasound is often used to examine conditions affecting the organs in a woman's pelvis - the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries.
Hysterosalpingo contrast sonography (HyCoSy)
Find out what a HyCoSy fallopian tube test involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during the procedure, and the possible risks.
Mammogram (breast screening)
A mammogram is a diagnostic test used to look for any problems within the breast and surrounding tissues. At Nuffield Health some women are eligible to refer themselves for self-pay breast screening.
MRI scan
An MRI scan uses magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of the inside of your body, helping doctors diagnose your condition. Our expert team at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital ensures accurate results and comfortable care.
MSK Ultrasound
An MSK (musculoskeletal) ultrasound is used to examine your muscles, joints, tendons or ligaments.
Nuclear medicine
Nuclear medicine is a branch of medical imaging that uses a small amount of a radioactive substance, called a tracer, to see how your organs and tissues are working, rather than just what they look like. It's often described as showing function rather than structure, which can help spot problems before they'd show up on other types of scan.
Osteoporosis screen (Bone markers)
Find out what a bone markers test involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens, and how it differs from a DEXA scan.
PET-CT scan
PET-CT scan (or Position Emission Tomography Computed Tomography scan) uses X-rays and a radioactive tracer to take a detailed 3D picture inside your body. It shows areas where cells are more active than usual.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound is a non-invasive scan that uses sound waves to create live images from the inside of the body.
X-ray
An X-ray machine captures detailed images of the inside of your body. If your GP has referred you for an X-ray, Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital provides fast and convenient appointments, often available within just a few days.