A bladder scan is a quick, painless ultrasound that checks how well your bladder empties by measuring urine left after you urinate.
A bladder scan is a quick, painless, and non-invasive test that uses ultrasound to measure how much urine is in your bladder, often after you’ve tried to urinate. It helps assess whether your bladder is emptying properly and is commonly used for symptoms like urinary retention, frequent infections, incontinence or difficulty urinating. During the test, a small scanner is placed on your lower abdomen to take measurements, and results are available immediately to help guide further care if needed.
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Your doctor may refer you for a bladder scan if you have any trouble starting urination, feel like you're not emptying fully, have incontinence or get frequent urinary infections.
You'll lie down or sit comfortably while a nurse or Health Care Assistant places a small handheld scanner on your lower abdomen. It takes only a few minute and is completely non-invasive and painless.
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Speak to our teamYou can receive this treatment at any one of the locations below.
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Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry. Let us know your preferred appointment type, either virtual or face to face, and we will work to find a time that suits you.
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time, either virtually or in person, with one of our highly qualified consultants. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
You can receive this treatment from one of the consultants listed below.
Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists - consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.