Private Carotid Doppler Ultrasound
Price: £225
A carotid Doppler ultrasound scan is a safe, non-invasive test that uses sound waves to check blood flow in the carotid arteries in your neck. It helps detect narrowing, blockages, or plaque build-up that may increase the risk of stroke. At London Private Ultrasound, our specialists provide same-day appointments, advanced colour Doppler imaging, and instant results with a full report.
What Does It Evaluate?
- Blood flow through the carotid arteries
- Presence of plaque or fatty deposits (atherosclerosis)
- Narrowing or blockage in the arteries
- Risk of stroke or reduced brain oxygen supply
Why Might You Need a Carotid Doppler Scan?
Your doctor may recommend this scan if you have:
- High blood pressure or high cholesterol
- Diabetes
- History of stroke or TIA
- Family history of vascular disease
- Smoking history
- Abnormal sounds in the neck arteries (bruits)
- Dizziness, blurred vision, fainting, or numbness on one side of the body
Possible Symptoms or Causes
You may need this scan if you experience:
- Sudden weakness or numbness (especially on one side)
- Difficulty speaking or understanding
- Blurred or lost vision in one eye
- Dizziness or sudden loss of balance
- Unexplained fainting spells
Benefits of a Carotid Doppler Scan
- Detects early signs of stroke risk
- Helps prevent life-threatening complications
- Quick, non-invasive, and painless
- No radiation or injections involved
- Provides detailed images to help your doctor plan the right treatment
- Offers peace of mind if you have risk factors or family history
The carotid Doppler ultrasound is a first-line vascular screening test for stroke prevention.
- Purpose: evaluates blood flow and identifies stenosis (narrowing), occlusions, or plaque in the carotid arteries.
- Who needs it: people with risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking history, or transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs).
- Why it matters: early detection of carotid artery disease reduces the risk of stroke and enables timely treatment.
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Tel: 020 7101 3377
Why choose London Private Ultrasound?
- GMC & HCPC registered vascular specialists.
- CQC registered clinic with state-of-the-art Doppler equipment.
- 7-day availability, including weekends.
- Fixed transparent pricing: £197.
- Immediate verbal explanation and same-day written report.
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Central London Branch: 27 Welbeck Street, London, W1G 8EN
St Albans Branch : 54-56 Victoria St, St Albans, AL1 3HZ
Tel: 020 7101 3377
