Private Transvaginal Ultrasound Scan from £199
A transvaginal ultrasound uses a small ultrasound probe placed in the vagina, with the patient's informed consent, to obtain detailed images of the uterus, ovaries and nearby pelvic structures.
What can a transvaginal ultrasound scan assess?
The internal approach can provide closer views of pelvic organs than an abdominal scan in some circumstances. It does not diagnose every cause of symptoms, and additional tests may be required.
Why might a clinician recommend this scan?
- Assessment of pelvic pain
- Investigation of abnormal uterine bleeding
- Assessment of suspected ovarian cysts or fibroids
- Further evaluation of selected pelvic findings
How to prepare
Instructions will be provided before the appointment. The procedure should be explained and performed only with informed consent; you can ask questions or decline or stop the examination at any time.
Safety and limitations
Ultrasound uses no ionising radiation. Whether a transvaginal examination is appropriate depends on the clinical question, individual circumstances and consent.
Ultrasound uses sound waves and does not use ionising radiation.
How does it compare with other scans?
An abdominal pelvic ultrasound or other investigations may be considered depending on symptoms and preferences. The clinician can explain the options.
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.
Transvaginal ultrasound scan FAQs
Practical answers about booking, preparation, reporting and the clinical pathway.
How much does a private transvaginal ultrasound scan cost?
A private transvaginal ultrasound scan starts from £199. 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.
Do I have to have a transvaginal scan?
Do I have to have a transvaginal scan? No. The procedure requires informed consent; discuss alternatives and what each can show with the clinician.
Unsure whether this scan is right for you?
Speak to a doctor about your symptoms and the most appropriate next step.