Results FAQs
Understand what to expect after a private scan, including MRI, full-body MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound, echocardiogram, mammogram, and DEXA. This section explains how long results take, what to do if you have any concerns, and what the images mean. You’ll also find answers about follow-up appointments, how to interpret your scan results, and when you might need to see a specialist.
Does health insurance cover a private MRI or a full-body MRI?
Most private health insurance policies cover MRI scans when they’re medically necessary, but full-body MRI scans are rarely included unless specifically justified by a doctor.
How quickly can I get a private MRI appointment?
You can usually book a private MRI appointment within 24-72 hours, with next-day availability at many clinics.
Follow-up explanationCardiac MRI is a specialised scan that uses strong magnetic fields to build detailed pictures of the heart’s structure and fun...
Follow-up explanationProstate MRI is a specialised scan that provides detailed images of the prostate gland and surrounding tissues. It is most oft...
Follow-up explanationBack pain and sciatica (nerve pain down the leg) are among the most common reasons for medical imaging. While X-rays or CT sca...
Follow-up explanationA brain MRI is one of the most advanced ways to examine the brain in detail. It uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves, n...
Follow-up explanationKnee pain is one of the most common joint problems, caused by injuries, arthritis, or other conditions affecting the joint. An...
Follow-up explanationMRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and CT (Computed Tomography) are two of the most widely used medical imaging techniques, but ...
Follow-up explanationAn MRI scan is one of the most accurate ways to investigate the cause of ongoing or severe back pain. While X-rays mainly show...
Follow-up explanation:Getting results quickly is often one of the most important concerns when booking a scan. Private diagnostic centres, includin...
A DEXA scan (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is a quick, low-radiation imaging test that measures bone mineral density (BMD). It’s the most accur...
Some private MRI clinics offer discounts when scanning multiple body regions in the same appointment, or for repeat scans over time, but policies v...
Yes, you can select both your preferred clinic and a time slot that works for you when booking your MRI online.
Private MRI results are not usually shared automatically with your GP. You control whether and how your GP receives your report.
Yes, you can book an MRI scan on behalf of someone else, provided you have their consent and the correct personal details.
Follow-up explanationIf you need an MRI scan quickly, private medical imaging offers significantly faster access than the NHS. With GetScanned, yo...
Self-Referral ExplainedWith GetScanned, you can choose the scan type you need - such as a knee MRI, brain CT, or full-body MRI - and book it direct...
Yes, you can usually change or cancel your MRI booking, but notice periods and refund policies vary depending on the clinic.
Follow-up explanationCardiac MRI is a specialised scan that uses strong magnetic fields to build detailed pictures of the heart’s structure and fun...
Follow-up explanationBreast MRI is an advanced imaging test that uses magnetic resonance technology to create highly detailed images of breast tiss...
Follow-up explanationMRI is one of the most accurate ways to investigate shoulder pain and injuries because it provides detailed images of both bon...
Follow-up explanationMRI and ultrasound are both non-invasive imaging techniques, but they are used in different ways:Ultrasound is fast, widely av...
If your MRI scan shows an incidental finding, the reporting radiologist will include it in the structured report and recommend whether follow-up is...
Yes. You can request a second opinion on your MRI by sharing your images and report with another consultant or specialist.
Yes. With GetScanned, both your images and your radiologist’s report are delivered securely online, giving you full digital access and the ability ...
Follow-up explanationMany patients wonder whether their MRI will be reviewed by the doctor who ordered it or by a separate imaging expert. In pract...