Private Thyroid & Neck Ultrasound Scan
Thyroid & Neck Ultrasound Scan - Price: £197
Our Thyroid & Neck Ultrasound Scan is a non-invasive, radiation-free test that provides detailed images of the thyroid gland, lymph nodes, and surrounding neck structures. It helps detect lumps, nodules, inflammation, and other abnormalities quickly and safely.
✅ Same-day appointments & results
✅ No GP referral required
✅ Safe, painless & radiation-free
✅ Clinics in Central London & St Albans
🔍 What Does the Scan Include?
This scan focuses on:
Thyroid gland – size, structure, nodules, goitre, and inflammation
Lymph nodes – evaluation for swelling, infection, or potential malignancy
Salivary glands (if relevant) – for stones, infections, or masses
Other soft tissue – to assess unexplained lumps, swelling, or neck discomfort
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🌟 Why Have a Thyroid & Neck Scan?
✔️ Investigate a lump or swelling in the neck
✔️ Monitor known thyroid nodules or goitre
✔️ Check thyroid function-related concerns (e.g., hyper/hypothyroidism)
✔️ Follow-up after abnormal blood tests (e.g., TSH, T4)
✔️ Assess enlarged lymph nodes or salivary gland issues
✔️ Screen for thyroid cancer in high-risk individuals
⚠️ Possible Symptoms:
- Neck swelling or visible lump
- Difficulty swallowing or tightness in the throat
- Persistent sore throat or hoarseness
- Enlarged thyroid or goitre
- Unexplained weight changes, anxiety, fatigue
- Family history of thyroid disease or thyroid cancer
2. What does the thyroid & neck ultrasound scan include?
In this scan we will
- Evaluate the thyroid gland, salivary glands, neck lymph nodes and adjacent structures with ultrasound
- Take your relevant medical history
- Provide 10 minutes consultation
- Explain all findings during and after your ultrasound scan
- Write an official scan report within 24 hrs, with appropriate images included in the report
- Recommend a follow-up ultrasound scan if necessary
- Offer GP or specialist referral and a Blood Test if needed
3. What is the most common finding of a thyroid & neck ultrasound scan?
- Detection of the cancer or other life-threatening diseases in the thyroid and neck
- Detection and differentiation between benign and malignant masses of the neck and thyroid gland
- To find enlarged lymph nodes, thyroid cysts, nodules or cancers
- Obstruction or blockage in the salivary gland ducts and the cause of obstruction
- Cause of enlargement or inflammation of the thyroid, salivary glands and lymph nodes
- Stone, cyst, tumour, or other pathologies in salivary glands
- Incidental finding of significant stenosis in the Carotid or vertebral arteries
4. Would I need a blood test?
In some cases, we will recommend a thyroid function or other relevant blood tests.
5. What kind of preparation do I need?
Apart from moving all jewellery from your neck, there is no essential preparation for this scan. Please inform the specialist if you have neck Arthritis.
6. What happens during the thyroid & neck ultrasound scan?
Our Ultrasound Specialists will explain the procedure before your scan. You will be guided to lie on your back on the examination couch. A small amount of water-based gel will be applied to your neck. Our specialist will move the probe on your skin to produce diagnostic ultrasound images. You will not feel any discomfort during your ultrasound scan. A Thyroid & neck ultrasound scan is regularly completed within 20 minutes. Our Sonographer will recommend the best course of action, depending on the ultrasound scan findings.
7. When will I get the results?
You will receive your results verbally after the scan. However, the Sonographer will examine the relevant images after your appointment and prepare a written report after your scan or within 24 hours with any recommended actions. The report will be sent to you so that you can discuss the findings with your doctor, if required.
8. What are the risks of a thyroid & neck ultrasound?
There are no risks or side effects associated with the thyroid & neck ultrasound scan. Ultrasound does not use any radiation, which is why doctors prefer to use them to check on developing babies in pregnant women.
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📍 Clinic Locations
Central London Branch: 27 Welbeck Street, London, W1G 8EN
St Albans Branch: 54-56 Victoria Street, St Albans, AL1 3HZ
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Phone: 020 7101 3377
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