Types of scan

Everything you need to know about scans

If your Doctor has referred you to us for a scan – or if you’re thinking about booking a scan yourself – here’s some information we hope you’ll find useful.

In this section:

  • MRI
    A powerful tool that uses strong magnetic fields to produce images
  • CT
    A sensitive diagnostic tool used to image many diseases and injuries
  • PET/CT scan
    A diagnostic tool used in oncology, neurology and cardiology
  • X-ray
    An established tool used to produce images of tissues, bones and organs
  • Ultrasound scan
    A versatile tool that generates images using high frequency sound waves
  • Bone densitometry
    Used to assess mineral bone density and can diagnose osteoporosis

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