Tests and Scans
Use the options below to explore medical tests and scans related to your area of interest.
Types of test and scan:
AAA (abdominal aortic aneurysm)
An AAA (Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm) scan will help you find out if you have any widening (aortic aneurysm) of your abdominal aorta.
Abnormal smears
About 1 in 20 smear tests show mild cell changes.
Arterial mapping (or artery assessment)
The stretching of an artery, or an aortic aneurysm as it is known, occurs when the wall of an artery becomes thinner, causing the artery to expand.
Carotid doppler
A carotid doppler is a painless ultrasound test to measure the flow of blood through your carotid arteries.
Colposcopy
If your cervical smear test indicates abnormal cells are present your consultant may recommend a colposcopy.
Cone biopsy
A cone biopsy is performed to investigate abnormal cells in your cervix.
Cystoscopy
Get rapid access to a cystoscopy at our Nuffield Health Hospital's. Our experienced urologists all specialise in this diagnostic procedure.
Cytology
Cytology is a form of pathology that diagnoses diseases and abnormalities at a cell level using a microscope.
Dermoscope
A dermoscope is a microscope like device used by dermatologists to examine individual skin lesions more closely.
Echocardiogram
An echocardiogram is an ultrasound procedure to examine your heart and its function including the level of blood flow.
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
An ECG (Electrocardiogram) measures the electrical activity of the heart and gives important information about the rate and regularity of beats, the size and position of the chambers and any damage to the heart.
Electromyography (EMG)
An electromyography is a test to measure your muscle activity at rest and during use.
Excisional biopsy
An excisional biopsy may be done if a needle biopsy can not be used, or if a needle biopsy does not give a definite result.
Fine needle biopsy
A biopsy is a procedure to remove and examine a sample of tissue from a lump or suspicious area of the body.
Gynaecological biopsies
A small sample of cells may be taken from the lining of your womb, cervix or vagina by a gynaecologist or specialist nurse.
Hysterosalpingogram (HSG)
A hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is a radiological test to examine your fallopian tubes for blockage or scarring.
Hysteroscopy
To fully examine the inside of your uterus (womb) your consultant may recommend a hysteroscopy.
Liver function tests
Liver function tests are a group of blood tests that provide information about the state of your liver.
Mole assessment
Over the past 25 years, rates of malignant melanoma in Britain have risen faster than any other common cancer.
Nerve conduction study
A nerve conduction study is test to access nerve damage.
Penile lesions (biopsy of)
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.
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
Whether you are concerned about a specific sexual transmitted infection (STI) or simply want to check your status we offer a series of checks designed to meet your needs.