Diagnostic imaging and radiology involve the use of specialised machinery to capture images and scans of the inside of your body, aiding healthcare professionals in diagnosing various medical conditions. Different machines focus on different parts and areas of the body and show different levels of detail. What scans and tests you are given will depend on your specific symptoms and conditions as well as factors personal to you, for example your age and weight.
The most common performed in our diagnostic suite at Sarum Road Hospital in Winchester are
- X-rays
- MRI
- Ultrasound including echo's/echocardiograms
These imaging techniques are safe and non-invasive, offering valuable diagnostic information.
Our expert multidisciplinary team of experienced consultant radiologists, radiographers, assistant practitioners and imaging assistants at Sarum Road Hospital use modern, state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging technology to diagnose conditions fast and help you to find the right treatments for you.
Results are typically available within 7 days dependent on specialty. Urgent reports are available on a same day basis. All reports will go back to the referring clinician who will discuss the results with you.
X-ray is an imaging technique that is used to show up abnormalities in bones and certain body tissues, such as breast tissue. X-rays usually use low amounts of radiation, so the risk to your health is very small.
They show images of abnormalities that cannot be seen from outside your body, such as broken bones or shadows on the lungs. Depending on what type you’re having, an X-ray should take 15-30 minutes and is carried out by a radiographer
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed, usually 2D images of the inside of your body. MRI scans can show muscles, joints, bone marrow, blood vessels, nerves and other structures within your body.
MRI scanning is one of the safest imaging techniques available and can be used to produce images of almost any part of the body and can produce images from all angles. The detail in these images is so good that a cut as small as 2mm can be seen.
The Siemens MRI Scanner at Sarum Road Hospital, can scan up to 20 patients in one day.
MRI’s aids in the diagnosis of a vast number of ailments across several specialities including:
- Orthopaedic
- General Surgery
- Urology
- Gynaecology
- Neurology
After the scan is completed, our expert radiologist will provide a medical report detailing the findings which allows the referrer to establish the most appropriate management or treatment.
Diagnostic ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging modality using high frequency soundwaves to produce images of various soft tissue structures within the body. A wide range of high-quality images can be produced of the following areas:
- General
- Musculoskeletal/joints
- Vascular
- Gynaecology
- Thyroid
- Abdomen and pelvis
As well as being used to monitor an unborn baby in a pregnant woman, ultrasound is also used to highlight congenital heart disease, examine the prostate gland, uterus and ovaries and other organs. Ultrasound is also used during surgery such as biopsies (where the tissue sample is taken for analysis).
Appointments for all types of diagnostic imaging procedures can only be made once the diagnostic suite receives a referral from a clinician – for example a GP, a consultant or a physiotherapist.
Opening Hours
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30 – 20:00
- Tuesday: 8:30 – 18:00
- Friday: 8:30 – 16:30
- Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Please note, that our MRI unit is open during the following hours:
- Monday - Friday: 7:30 – 19:30
- Saturday and Sunday: Closed
The cost of having a scan in imaging and radiology will depend on a variety of factors, including what scans are required, how many scans are needed and the reason you are having the test. Call today to speak to our advisors and get a tailored quote based on your personal circumstances.
Accessing private healthcare is easy, whether you choose to pay directly or use private medical insurance.
If you are paying for yourself, we can usually offer an upfront cost which you can then choose to pay in full or access one of our easy payment options.
If you have insurance, we can arrange a direct settlement with your insurance provider, although you should check in advance to see if your treatment is covered. For more information, visit our private medical insurance page.
When you choose to go private here at Sarum road Hospital in Winchester, you can expect:
- Flexible appointment times to suit you
- Personalised, consultant-led treatment plans tailored to your individual needs
- Comfortable and safe private facilities maintained by expert multidisciplinary teams
- Private ensuite rooms as standards and delicious healthy meals
- Affordable, fixed-price packages with aftercare included
- Flexible payment options to help you spread the cost of your care
