Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder Scan
This Kidney, Ureters and Bladder Scan will look at:
shape and size of both kidneys
shape and outline of your bladder when full
check if your bladder empties fully
You could book this scan to investigate:
recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI)
history of kidney stones
history of bladder stones
persistent bladder problems
£140.00RRP
Your Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder Scan
The Kidney, Ureters and Bladder Scan is available to people over 16 years of age whose biological sex (assigned at birth) is female. It is performed by one of our qualified sonographers with diagnostic scanning experience. It includes:
20-minute diagnostic appointment
full diagnostic report
medical follow up recommendation where applicable
instant access to your images and report online
If our sonographer thinks a different scan would suit you better, they’ll suggest changing to an Upper Abdominal Scan. You might need to book another appointment for this, but our team will help you find a time that works for you.
If you are already under the care of a healthcare provider, do not book this scan. You should discuss any need for a scan with your healthcare provider.
You will receive a clear written report of your scan results, including our recommendation for your next steps. If we recommend a medical follow-up, we can email a copy of your report to your healthcare provider at no extra cost if you provide their contact details.
At your appointment, you will receive physical copies of images and a diagnostic report as part of the scan. Following the appointment, you will receive a link to the Pim platform. Here, you have the option to pay £1.99 to gain access to Pim’s digital library containing your images and reports.
What you get with Ultrasound Direct
Fully qualified and regulated healthcare professionals
The highest possible image and data storage security
A comprehensive report with recommended follow-up
Friendly, supportive and welcoming staff
Preparing for your scan
you will need to arrive with a full bladder for this scan. We suggest you drink one litre of clear fluid about one hour before your Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder scan
don’t urinate before your appointment. This is to give us the best view of your bladder
we’ll need access to your abdomen, so please wear a two-piece outfit (like a top and trousers, or a top and a skirt)
We cannot scan you for a specific condition if you are already under a care plan and receiving treatment for it. If you are aware of a medical condition and wish to monitor it, and are not receiving treatment, you are welcome to book a scan with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
After your appointment you will be sent a link to access Pim, our top-of-the-range image management platform. You will have the option to pay to access Pim’s unique features and a full digital library of your images.
On rare occasions we are unable to complete the primary purpose of a scan. For pregnancy scans, this may be due to your baby being in a difficult position, or something else such as overlying bowel gas which can obscure the ultrasound image. If this happens, we’ll book you a free of charge rescan so we can try again! The primary purpose is outlined on each scan webpage.
Absolutely! Every scan at Ultrasound Direct is performed by a fully qualified sonographer whose primary interest is your health. All our sonographers are fully trained and appropriately qualified to perform ultrasound scans. Many of our team also work in the NHS locally.
All our sonographers are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and/or the Register of Clinical Technologists and follow the latest safety guidelines.
We are also registered with the Care Quality Commission, an independent regulator, to make sure you always receive the highest possible standards of care.
All our sonographers who take blood for blood tests are phlebotomy trained.
No, you can book your ultrasound directly without any sort of referral. If you have any concerns about your health, it can be useful to have scan results ready to discuss with your GP to reduce any waiting times. An ultrasound scan appointment with us can typically be booked quickly and allows enough time to ask questions too.
We will give you same day results in a clear written report with supporting images. Your scan report will advise you if any further steps are necessary. And if we recommend a medical follow-up with your healthcare provider, we can securely email them a copy of your report at no extra cost.
Your GP can refer you to Ultrasound Direct for a scan via our booking system
An ultrasound scan uses high-frequency sound waves to create an image of inside of the body. The sound waves reflect off different areas in the body and are converted into a moving picture to show what’s happening in real-time. We can record this as a video clip (available for free with our 4D Bonding and Premium 4D scans) and take still images from it.
An ultrasound scan can be external, which is when a probe is placed on the skin of the body part. Scans can also be internal, when a probe is inserted into the body. Both types of scan produce the same type of image and mini clip.
Visit our FAQs page for any further questions you may have.