Diagnostic tests for cancer
Our Integrated Cancer Campus provides rapid access to diagnostic tests for cancer, at a time and location of your convenience.
Why choose us for cancer diagnostics?
Central London location
Both our hospital and diagnostics centre are easily accessible in central London.
No waiting lists
Receive your consultation and diagnostic testing on the same day, all under one roof.
State-of-the-art technology
We use the very latest diagnostics equipment for our patients' convenience and comfort.
About our diagnostic tests for cancer
We offer a full range of diagnostic services for cancer, including MRI, CT, PET-CT, ultrasound, mammography and endoscopy. A full range of diagnostics is available at Cromwell Hospital, with some also available at Basinghall Clinic – our conveniently located diagnostics centre in central London.
We also offer a series of rapid diagnostic pathways, designed to give patients a quick diagnosis and rapid access to expert consultants. Many of our pathways allow patients to have their consultations and all diagnostic tests on the same day, under one roof.
Our rapid diagnostic pathways
Our diagnostic pathways offer rapid access to consultations, scans and tests, with results delivered on the same day where possible.
Breast care diagnostic pathway
Our rapid breast care diagnostic pathway offers fast access to appointments with leading breast consultants. Radiology, mammography and even biopsies can be completed during the initial consultation and in many cases, results provided that same day.
More about our breast care pathway >
Prostate cancer diagnostic pathway
Our prostate cancer pathway provides rapid access to consultants and diagnostic services for those who have received an abnormal PSA result. Tests include a prostate biopsy, ultrasound scan, blood test, digital rectal examination and mpMRI.
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Bowel care diagnostic pathway
For those who are worried that they have bowel cancer symptoms, our pathway provides rapid access to clinical experts and diagnostic tests. In most instances, results will be provided on the same day.
More about our bowel care pathway >
Non-specific symptoms pathway
The non-specific symptoms pathway at Cromwell Hospital provides rapid assessment and diagnostic tests for patients experiencing unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms.
Diagnostic tests for cancer
Diagnostic tests for cancer are available at a time and date that suits you, at one of our easily accessible London locations.
CT scan
A computed tomography (CT) scan uses X-ray and computer software to create detailed images of inside your body. It is sometimes also known as a CAT scan.
DEXA scan
A DEXA scan uses low-energy X-ray beams to measure the density of your bones. This scan can help detect bone metastases, a side effect of many types of cancer.
Endoscopy
An endoscopy is a procedure used to look inside your body using an instrument called an endoscope – a long, thin tube with a small light on one end.
Lung Cancer Check
Our Lung Cancer Check provides a full and comprehensive assessment of your lung health, delivered by our team of world-class respiratory consultants.
Mammography
A mammography is used to detect changes that have occurred in a woman's breast. A mammogram is produced by passing a type of radiation through the body.
MRI scan
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a type of scan that uses magnets and radio waves to produce images of the inside of your body.
PET-CT scan
This procedure involves two types of scan: a PET scan and a CT scan. Collectively these scans provide consultants with a more detailed look at your body than other scans.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to create images of internal organs such as the stomach, heart, tendons, muscles, joints and blood vessels.
X-ray scan
X-ray tests produce detailed images of the body using a type of harmless radiation, similar to light. They can be used to both diagnose and monitor health conditions.
Paying for your treatment
We welcome both self-paying and insured patients.
Self-pay patients
We offer several ways for patients to self-pay, including pay-as-you-go and self-pay packages.
Insured patients
At Cromwell Hospital, we accept private health insurance from most major providers, including AXA, Aviva, Bupa, and Vitality.
Our locations
Cromwell Hospital
Basinghall Clinic
4 Basinghall Street
London EC2V 5BQ
United Kingdom
Please note, Basinghall Clinic may not provide all the services listed on this webpage.
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