Private ultrasound scans in Chester
Plenty of people in Chester live a short drive from the Welsh border, with Ellesmere Port, Frodsham and Northwich all within easy reach and the A55 and M53 doing most of the heavy lifting. Ultrasound uses sound waves rather than radiation, which makes it a practical first look at soft tissue, joints and the organs of the abdomen and pelvis. Booking privately is straightforward.
Chester private ultrasound scan costs
£180 is the starting point for a private ultrasound scan in Chester. A clinician consultation and a referral are built into that figure. What each centre charges varies, so it is worth searching and comparing the ones nearest to you.
How do I book a private ultrasound scan in Chester?
Start with your postcode, or browse the map if you would rather see what is where. Prices and centres sit side by side so you can weigh them up. A short booking and safety form comes next, then payment, and the rest is handled by us. There is no need for a GP referral.
Why book with us?
No referral is needed to book with us. Hundreds of locations nationwide sit within the UK's largest medical imaging network. You can book online in minutes, hear from a clinician within hours and be scanned within days. There is no list to join, so when and where you are scanned stays your decision. Your results come through digitally, ready to share with your healthcare professional.
Preparation for ultrasound scans
What you need to do beforehand depends entirely on which part of the body is being examined. Some scans call for a full bladder, in which case you will be asked to drink water in the run-up and hold off going to the toilet. Others work better on an empty stomach, so food may be off the table for a few hours. A few require you to skip caffeine. None of this is left to guesswork: the centre you book with will confirm exactly what applies before your appointment.
The procedure
A trained sonographer carries out the scan and talks you through it first. Clothing over the area may need loosening or taking off. You then lie down or sit, depending on what is being examined, and gel is applied to the skin. A handheld probe is moved across the area to capture the images. Over a tender spot the pressure can be uncomfortable, so say if it is. Nothing stops you getting on with the rest of your day once it is done.
How long does it take?
Most ultrasound appointments run to somewhere between 15 and 30 minutes. The number of areas being looked at affects that. Your clinician and the centre you choose will let you know what to expect before you arrive.