Abdominal scan · stomach scan · Harley Street, Central London & St Albans · 7 days a week
An abdominal ultrasound scan, also called an abdominal scan, abdomen scan or stomach scan, is a painless, radiation-free scan of your liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, kidneys, spleen and aorta.
It is used for abdominal pain, bloating, gallstones, fatty liver, kidney stones and abnormal liver or kidney blood tests.
At London Private Ultrasound an abdominal ultrasound costs £219 with no GP referral. Your findings are explained on the day and the written report follows within 24 hours.
A combined scan adds the pelvis, the urinary tract or both, from £399. Compare the options.
| Price | £219 all-inclusive · combined scans from £399 |
|---|---|
| Also called | Abdominal scan · abdomen scan · stomach scan · abdominal sonography |
| What it checks | Liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, kidneys, spleen and aorta |
| Preparation | Fast for 4–6 hours; sips of water are fine |
| Results | Verbal on the day · written report within 24 hours |
The £219 scan covers the upper abdominal organs. If your symptoms also involve the pelvis or the urinary tract, one combined appointment answers more questions and costs less than booking the scans separately.
£399
Save £39 compared with booking an abdominal and a pelvic/testicular scan separately (£438).
£399
Save £39 compared with booking an abdominal and a kidney and bladder scan separately (£438).
£499
Save £158 compared with three separate scans (£657).
Only need the abdominal organs checked? The abdominal ultrasound on its own is £219 and takes about 20 minutes. Book abdominal scan · £219
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Both include an upper abdominal ultrasound. The Spleen Health Package adds blood tests and a GP consultation, for when the spleen is the main concern.
£219
Scan only. Liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, spleen and aorta, with verbal results on the day and a written report within 24 hours.
Book scan · £219
£575 Gold
Upper abdominal ultrasound, a blood test and a 15-minute GP consultation, for upper left abdominal pain, an enlarged spleen or frequent infections. Silver £410 · Platinum £910.
Book Spleen Health PackageYour sonographer checks each organ in your upper abdomen in turn and explains what they see as they go.
Fatty liver, cysts and other lesions, and signs of longer-term liver disease. Your sonographer checks the liver’s size, outline and texture, which often explains raised liver blood tests.
Gallstones, sludge, a thickened or inflamed gallbladder wall and widened bile ducts. Ultrasound is the usual first test when pain sits under the right ribs or after fatty meals.
Swelling, cysts or a widened pancreatic duct. Bowel gas can hide part of the pancreas, which is one reason fasting before the scan helps.
Kidney stones, cysts and swelling caused by a blockage (hydronephrosis). Both kidneys are measured and compared, which helps with flank pain or abnormal kidney blood tests.
An enlarged spleen, cysts and other visible changes. An enlarged spleen can point to infection, liver disease or a blood condition, so your report explains what to check next.
Widening of the main artery in your abdomen, which usually causes no symptoms. Your sonographer measures its width, so a swelling can be found early and monitored.
For most tummy symptoms and abnormal blood tests, an abdominal ultrasound is the simplest first test.
Most people book because of a symptom, an abnormal blood test or a finding that needs checking.
Pain under the right ribs or into the right shoulder blade can point to gallstones or the liver.
Ongoing symptoms after fatty meals can come from the gallbladder, liver or pancreas.
Raised liver enzymes or abnormal kidney results often need a scan to find the cause.
Jaundice, dark urine or pale stools mean the liver and bile ducts need checking.
Flank pain and suspected kidney stones can be assessed in the same scan.
Rechecking known gallstones, fatty liver, cysts or the aorta, or simply peace of mind.
Do not wait for a routine scan if you have severe or sudden abdominal pain, fever with jaundice, vomiting blood, black stools or collapse. Call 999 or go to A&E.
Try not to eat for 4 to 6 hours before your scan. An empty stomach lets your gallbladder fill up and keeps gas in your bowel low, so we can see everything clearly. Sips of water and your usual medicines are fine.
No food, tea, coffee, fizzy drinks or chewing gum. If you have booked a combined scan, drink about a litre of water an hour before so your bladder is full.
Wear something loose and bring any earlier scans or blood results. If you have diabetes, tell us when you book and we will offer an earlier slot.
You lie on your back while your sonographer glides a probe over your tummy with warm gel. You may be asked to take a deep breath or roll slightly. It does not hurt.
Your sonographer talks you through what they saw and answers your questions before you leave.
A formal report with key images, ready to share with your GP or specialist.
We explain what was found, your options and who to speak to next, so you are not left wondering.
Book a same-day or next-day abdominal ultrasound, 7 days a week from 9am to 7pm, with no GP referral and no NHS waiting list.
Ultrasound consultants and a consultant radiologist perform your scan in a CQC-registered clinic, with doctor-led clinical governance.
Your sonographer talks you through the findings before you leave. The written report with key images follows within 24 hours, ready to share with your GP.
£219 covers the scan, verbal results and the written report, at Harley Street or St Albans. Nothing extra to pay afterwards.
I had a very positive experience at London Private Ultrasound. The whole process was smooth and professional, and I felt very comfortable throughout the appointment. The sonographer was kind, thorough and took the time to explain everything clearly during the scan. I really appreciated the level of care and attention, and the examination helped identify the cause of the symptoms I had been experiencing. I would definitely recommend their service.
This is my third visit to the London Private Ultrasound. The earlier ones were in 2022, then 2024 I got my appointment very quickly, at an agreed and mutually convenient time. I specifically asked for Dr Reza again. As before, he was professional, kind and unhurried, There was ample time to discuss findings which was very reassuring. I received the full report the following morning I continue to recommend this excellent service to my colleagues. Many thanks for keeping up such high standards !
Looked on line at 9.30 ,had an appointment at 10.40 ,results before 12 , Could not have been easier or more professional
Very easy to book at short notice. Friendly staff and professional Sonographer. Would definitely book again.
Quick and easy to make an appointment, I arrived early and was seen early due to availability. Very nice
Very happy with ultrasound very throrough examination. Will use again
Private abdominal ultrasound at both clinics, for patients across Central London, North London and Hertfordshire. Open 7 days a week from 9am to 7pm, with same-day slots often available.
27 Welbeck Street, London W1G 8EN
Two minutes from Bond Street (Elizabeth, Central and Jubilee lines), five from Oxford Circus and eight from Marylebone.
Abdominal ultrasound near: Marylebone, Mayfair, Fitzrovia, Soho, Westminster, Paddington, Regent’s Park and the West End.
54–56 Victoria Street, St Albans AL1 3HZ
A short walk from St Albans City station, with parking nearby. Serving Hertfordshire and North London.
Abdominal ultrasound near: Harpenden, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Radlett and London Colney.
Our clinic is CQC registered, and our doctors, radiologists, sonographers and surgeons work under the registers and professional standards set by these bodies.
The Royal College of Radiologists
Professional standards, education and guidance for clinical radiology and clinical oncology.
General Medical Council
Official register and professional standards for doctors and regulated medical associates.
Care Quality Commission
Independent regulator of health and adult social-care services in England.
Health and Care Professions Council
Official register for regulated health and care professionals, including radiographers.
Royal College of Surgeons of England
Professional standards, education and support for surgical practice and patient care.
A private abdominal ultrasound in London usually costs about £150 to £260, depending on the clinic and what is included. At London Private Ultrasound it is £219, all-inclusive: the scan, verbal results on the day and a written report within 24 hours.
No. You can book a private abdominal ultrasound directly online, by phone on 020 7101 3377 or on WhatsApp. Bring any GP letters, earlier scans or blood results so your sonographer has the full picture.
Yes, people use both names for the same scan. It looks at the organs around the stomach, such as the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys and spleen. The stomach itself holds air and food, so ulcers or gastritis need an endoscopy instead.
It shows the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, kidneys, spleen and abdominal aorta. Your sonographer checks the size, shape and texture of each organ and looks for stones, cysts, swelling, fatty change and widening of the aorta.
Usually to find the cause of abdominal pain, bloating or nausea, to check abnormal liver or kidney blood tests, or to look for gallstones or kidney stones. It is also used to monitor a known finding such as fatty liver, a cyst or the aorta.
Fast for 4 to 6 hours. Small sips of water and essential medication are fine. Fasting lets the gallbladder fill and reduces bowel gas, which gives clearer pictures of the gallbladder and pancreas.
The scan can usually still go ahead, but the gallbladder may have emptied and bowel gas can hide the pancreas, so some parts may be harder to see. Tell your sonographer what you ate. If the view is limited, your report will say so.
Yes. Ultrasound is the usual first test for gallstones, and a full gallbladder check is included in the £219 scan, so there is no separate gallbladder scan fee. It also shows signs of fatty liver. Measuring liver stiffness needs a FibroScan.
Yes, it shows most kidney stones and any swelling of the kidney caused by a blockage. Very small stones, or stones in the ureter, can be harder to see. For the whole urinary tract, book the abdominal and urinary tract scan.
It can show a lump or an abnormal area in an organ, but it is not a definitive cancer test. If something needs a closer look, your report will recommend the next step, such as CT, MRI, blood tests or a specialist review.
Yes. Your sonographer gives you verbal results before you leave. The written report with key images follows within 24 hours, ready to share with your GP or specialist.
Your sonographer explains it at the appointment, and the report says what should happen next and how soon. Many findings, such as gallstones, fatty liver or simple kidney cysts, are common and manageable. Your GP or specialist arranges any follow-up.
Yes. Ultrasound uses sound waves, with no radiation and no needles. It is painless; you may feel light pressure from the probe. You can eat, drive and go back to work straight afterwards.
For most abdominal pain and abnormal blood tests, ultrasound is the right first test: it is quick, radiation-free and available the same day. CT uses X-rays and shows the bowel in more detail. If CT would help, your report will say so.
Yes, ultrasound is safe for children. Online booking is for patients aged 18 and over, so for a child please call 020 7101 3377 or message us on WhatsApp and the team will advise on the right appointment.
Often, yes. Both clinics, 27 Welbeck Street in Central London and Victoria Street in St Albans, are open 7 days a week from 9am to 7pm, with same-day and next-day appointments. Call 020 7101 3377 to book today.
Medical disclaimer. This page is general information and does not replace individual medical advice. Bowel gas can limit the view of the pancreas and bowel, and ultrasound does not diagnose cancer on its own. A normal scan cannot rule out every condition. Call 999 or go to A&E rather than booking a routine scan if you have severe or sudden abdominal pain, fever with jaundice, vomiting blood, black stools, collapse or persistent vomiting.
