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How do I organise a CT scan

• You will require a referral from your GP or Hospital Doctor.
• A CT referral form can be found on our website link here. This needs to be completed, signed and returned to our administrative team.

• They will contact you to arrange an appointment.

How much will it cost?

We have agreements to undertake CT scanning for Health Insurance companies and have direct billing arrangements with most insurers.

The costs for a CT scans are as follows:

Scan Type	Cost
One Part	£318
Two Part	£418
Three Part	£518
Four Part	£618

 

This is fully inclusive of the Consultant Radiologists report.

How long will I have to wait?

• We do not have a waiting list and aim to book, perform and report all scans within 1 working week.

Who will report my scan?

• Your scan images will be reported by UK trained and registered consultant radiologist.
• Scans are reported by 2 radiologists to increase accuracy (double reported).
• Our team of consultants have considerable experience in reporting CT scans. We will allocate your scan to a consultant with expertise in the relevant body system eg. Brain, heart, abdomen etc.

• This will be done on site, none of our reporting work is outsourced abroad.

Do I keep my films.

• Yes these are posted to you or the doctor who referred you.

• The report is generally sent to the doctor who referred you.

Preparation for a CT scan

• You may be asked to refrain from eating and drinking one or more hours prior to the examination.
• You may be asked to drink a 'contrast drink', clear solution mixed up with water prior to the scan.
• Detailed instructions will be given to you at the time of booking.

What should I wear?

• You should wear loose fitting comfortable clothes and avoid anything containing metal such as clips and zips.

• You may be asked to change into a gown.

What should I expect on the day?

• On arrival to the imaging centre you should report to reception where you will be asked some simple questions.
• The scan itself is very quick lasting about 5 minutes, it is silent other than spoken instructions you will hear over the intercom system.
• You may be given an intravenous injection of contrast dye during the scan.
• You must tell the staff if you have ever had an allergic reaction to intravenous contrast dye.

• The intravenous dye may give you a hot flush and the sensation of a strange taste in the mouth.

Are there any risks associated with a CT?

CT does involve exposure to x-rays (radiation). This is one of the reasons a doctor needs to make the referral to the imaging centre. The benefits from accurate diagnosis should be greater than the small risk from radiation. The general population is exposed to background radiation during the course of their everyday life - a CT scan is equivalent to background radiation received over a period of a few years.

• You will be asked if there is any chance you are pregnant as you should not be scanned if pregnant.
• If you are breast feeding and receive a contrast injection during your scan you must refrain from breast feeding for 24 hours.

Is there anything you need to tell us before the scan?

Yes

• If you may be pregnant - you must not be scanned
• Breast feeding - see above
• If you are diabetic taking a drug called Metformin
• If you have a history of kidney problems

If you have any questions about CT we will do our best to answer them promptly link to contact us page.