Kidney & Urinary Tract Ultrasound Scan (Women)
ABOUT THIS TEST
The Kidney & Urinary Tract Ultrasound Scan (Women) provides a detailed, real-time assessment of the kidneys and urinary system. It is a non-invasive imaging test used to investigate urinary symptoms, flank or lower back pain, recurrent urinary infections, blood in the urine, or abnormal kidney-related blood results.
This scan is particularly helpful for identifying kidney stones, cysts, obstruction, fluid build-up, and structural abnormalities affecting the kidneys and urinary tract. It supports early diagnosis and monitoring of urinary system health.
Suitable for women with persistent urinary symptoms, kidney-related concerns, abnormal blood or urine results, or for general urinary tract assessment.
- GP-led review
- Clinical imaging report with expert interpretation
- Clear guidance on next steps
- High-resolution ultrasound performed by qualified clinicians
WHAT THIS SCAN ASSESSES
- Kidneys and kidney size
- Kidney stones or cysts
- Urinary tract structure
- Urinary bladder and bladder emptying
- Signs of obstruction or fluid build-up
FAQs
1. How can this Scan help me ?
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This scan can:
Investigate causes of urinary symptoms or flank pain
Detect kidney stones, cysts, or obstruction
Support assessment of abnormal kidney blood or urine results
Guide next steps such as treatment or specialist referral
Provide reassurance where no abnormality is found
It is suitable for men with ongoing urinary or kidney-related symptoms.
Investigate causes of urinary symptoms or flank pain
Detect kidney stones, cysts, or obstruction
Support assessment of abnormal kidney blood or urine results
Guide next steps such as treatment or specialist referral
Provide reassurance where no abnormality is found
It is suitable for men with ongoing urinary or kidney-related symptoms.
2. How is the scan performed?
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In Clinic:
You will be positioned comfortably with the shoulder exposed
Ultrasound gel is applied to the skin
A handheld probe is moved over the shoulder to capture live images
The procedure is painless and typically takes 20–30 minutes
At Home (Home Visit):
A clinician visits your home with portable ultrasound equipment
The scan is performed in the same way as in clinic, offering added convenience
You will be positioned comfortably with the shoulder exposed
Ultrasound gel is applied to the skin
A handheld probe is moved over the shoulder to capture live images
The procedure is painless and typically takes 20–30 minutes
At Home (Home Visit):
A clinician visits your home with portable ultrasound equipment
The scan is performed in the same way as in clinic, offering added convenience
3. How long do results take?
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Most kidney and urinary tract ultrasound scans take approximately 20–30 minutes, depending on the complexity of the assessment.
4. Will I receive help interpreting my results?
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Yes — every scan includes:
A clinical imaging report
Expert interpretation
Clear recommendations on next steps, if required
A clinical imaging report
Expert interpretation
Clear recommendations on next steps, if required
