Private Kidneys and Urinary Tract CT Scan from £499
A CT scan of the kidneys and urinary tract can provide detailed images to investigate selected urinary symptoms, suspected stones or structural abnormalities. The precise protocol depends on the clinical question.
What can a kidneys and urinary tract CT scan assess?
CT can show stones, kidney anatomy and surrounding structures. Some protocols are tailored to stones and may not require contrast; other questions may require contrast-enhanced imaging.
Why might a clinician recommend this scan?
- Suspected kidney or ureteric stones
- Assessment of urinary tract obstruction
- Further investigation of selected kidney or urinary tract abnormalities
- Investigation of certain causes of blood in the urine when clinically indicated
How to prepare
Follow the appointment instructions. Tell the team about kidney problems, medicines, contrast allergies and any possibility of pregnancy. Fasting or blood tests may be needed for some protocols but not all.
Safety and limitations
CT uses ionising radiation. Contrast may be unsuitable for some patients and is not required for every kidney CT. The imaging team checks the clinical indication and relevant safety factors.
CT uses ionising radiation. The imaging team considers whether the expected diagnostic benefit justifies the exposure and uses an appropriate protocol. Some CT examinations use contrast; the team will explain this and check relevant safety information.
How does it compare with other scans?
Ultrasound can be useful for some kidney and bladder questions and avoids ionising radiation; CT may be more sensitive for certain stones or when more detailed assessment is needed.
More than a scan: doctor-led care before and after
Your scan is part of a supported care pathway. You do not need to arrange your own referral.
Before your scan: GP consultation
Discuss your symptoms, medical history and concerns with a GP. This helps you understand whether the scan is appropriate and what the examination is intended to investigate. If imaging is clinically appropriate, PrivateScans arranges the referral as part of the process.
After your scan: understand the report
Your images are reviewed and reported by a Consultant Radiologist. Your post-scan GP consultation gives you an opportunity to discuss the report in context, ask questions and understand possible next steps.
Included with your service
- Pre-scan GP consultation
- Private medical referral where appropriate
- Consultant Radiologist’s report
- Digital access to your images and report
- Post-scan GP consultation
- Dedicated Patient Care Team support
Consultation fee: You pay £25 when you book. If you proceed with the scan, the £25 is deducted from the scan price. If you do not proceed, you pay only the £25 consultation fee.
Kidneys and Urinary Tract CT scan FAQs
Practical answers about booking, preparation, reporting and the clinical pathway.
How much does a private kidneys and urinary tract CT scan cost?
A private kidneys and urinary tract CT scan starts from £499. You pay £25 for the pre-scan GP consultation when you book. If you go ahead with the scan, the £25 is deducted from the scan price. If you decide not to proceed, you only pay the £25 consultation fee. If you are unsure whether this scan is right for you, speak to a doctor today.
Do I need a referral?
No, you do not need to arrange your own referral. You start with a pre-scan GP consultation with PrivateScans. The GP discusses your symptoms and medical history and, if the scan is clinically appropriate, PrivateScans arranges the referral as part of the process.
Who reports my scan?
Your images are reviewed and formally reported by a Consultant Radiologist. The written report explains the imaging findings; your post-scan GP consultation helps you discuss the results in the context of your symptoms and possible next steps.
When will I receive my report?
Your Consultant Radiologist’s report is usually available within 3 days of your scan.
What happens before and after the scan?
Your service includes a pre-scan GP consultation, referral arrangements where imaging is clinically appropriate, the scan, a Consultant Radiologist’s report, digital access to your images and report, a post-scan GP consultation and support from the Patient Care Team.
Will my kidney CT use contrast?
Will my kidney CT use contrast? It depends on whether the scan is being performed to look for stones or investigate another condition; the imaging team will confirm the protocol.
Unsure whether this scan is right for you?
Speak to a doctor about your symptoms and the most appropriate next step.