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:
Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) scan
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) scan will help you find out if you have any widening (aortic aneurysm) of your abdominal aorta.
Arterial mapping (or artery assessment)
Find out what arterial mapping (artery assessment) involves, why it's used, how to prepare, and what happens during and after this ultrasound scan.
Artery Assessment (Arterial and Vein Mapping)
Artery and vein mapping is an ultrasound scan that builds a detailed picture of your blood vessels. It measures their size, depth and condition, most often to check which ones are healthy enough to use in an operation, such as creating access for dialysis or a bypass graft.
Carotid Doppler (Carotid Ultrasound)
Find out what a carotid Doppler scan involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during and after, and what your results could mean.
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.
Cone biopsy (cervical biopsy)
Find out what a cone biopsy involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during and after, and the possible risks involved for you.
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.
Cytology
Find out what a cytology test involves, why doctors might request one, how samples are taken, what happens afterwards, and what your results could mean.
Dermoscope
A dermoscope is a microscope like device used by dermatologists to examine individual skin lesions more closely.
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.
Excisional biopsy
Find out what an excisional biopsy involves, how to prepare, what happens during the procedure, and the possible risks and recovery time afterwards.
Fine needle biopsy
Find out what a fine needle biopsy involves, why it's used, how to prepare, what happens during and after the test, and the possible risks explained.
Gynaecological biopsies
A gynaecological biopsy is a term for tests that take a small sample of tissue or cells from part of the female reproductive system to check under a microscope. The most common is an endometrial (womb) biopsy, which takes a sample from the lining of the womb.
Histopathology
Histopathology is the study of diseased tissue, using a microscope, to help diagnose your condition. A doctor called a histopathologist examines a sample of tissue, usually taken during a biopsy or an operation, and writes a report describing what they find.
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.
Image guided aspiration and biopsy
Find out what image-guided aspiration and biopsy involves, including why it's used, how to prepare, what to expect, and the possible risks and benefits.
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.
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.
Penile lesion biopsy
A biopsy of a penile lesion is when a doctor removes a small sample of an unusual growth, lump or patch of skin on your penis so it can be examined in a laboratory. This helps them find out exactly what the lesion is and whether it needs treatment.
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.
Pulmonary function test
Having a pulmonary function test? Find out why it's done, how to prepare, what happens during the test, and the possible risks that can occur.
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 Woking 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.
Smear test (cervical screening)
A smear test, or cervical screening, is used to detect abnormal cells in your cervix (the entrance to your womb).
STD Screening
Find out what STD screening (STI testing) involves, when you might need it, how to prepare, and what to expect during and after your test at Nuffield Health.