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.
Carotid Doppler
A carotid doppler, also known as a carotid duplex or carotid ultrasound, is a painless ultrasound test to measure the flow of blood through your carotid arteries.
Cone biopsy
A cone biopsy is performed to investigate abnormal cells in your cervix.
Cytology
Cytology is a form of pathology that diagnoses diseases and abnormalities at a cell level using a microscope.
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.
Event monitor
If a normal ECG does not reveal any problems your consultant may recommend measuring your heart activity over 24 hours, 48 hours or 7 days using an event monitor.
Hysteroscopy
To fully examine the inside of your uterus (womb) your consultant may recommend a hysteroscopy.
Mole assessment
Over the past 25 years, rates of malignant melanoma in Britain have risen faster than any other common cancer.
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.
Prostate screening
Many men from the age of 50 upwards experience bladder discomfort as a result of an enlarged prostate gland.
Rectal examination under anaesthetic (or rectal EUA)
If an examination of your rectum (back passage) is too painful or your consultant needs to treat an area of your rectum, you may be given general anaesthetic.
Smear test (cervical screening)
A smear test, or cervical screening, is used to detect abnormal cells in your cervix (the entrance to your womb).
Testicular ultrasound
Also known as a testicular screen, this ultrasound can help diagnose medical conditions in the testicles.
Zio® XT Cardiac Monitor
The Zio® XT is an external, non-invasive ECG (electrocardiogram) monitor that records your heart rhythm for up to 14 days.