One clear route to start your scan request.
Provide the information needed to understand your request so the team can review the scan question, safety considerations and appropriate next step.
A booking request is easier when you know what information is useful.
A useful scan request includes your contact details, the body area or scan being discussed, relevant clinical history, previous imaging where relevant and your availability.
Your details
Have your contact details, date of birth and GP/clinician information available if requested.
Your details
Have your contact details, date of birth and GP/clinician information available if requested.
The scan question
Be ready to describe the body area, side, symptoms and the reason you are seeking imaging.
Previous information
If you have a referral or relevant previous imaging report, keep it available for upload or secure sharing.
MRI safety
Answer all safety-screening questions accurately and raise any implant, metal or pregnancy concern before attending.
Tell us what you need help with.
Use this form to tell the team what scan or body area you would like to discuss. Include enough clinical context to help the request be reviewed appropriately.
What happens next
Response, appointment and reporting times can vary by examination and availability. Your booking information should explain the timing that applies to your request.
Request received
The team reviews the information submitted with the request and checks whether any additional detail is needed before an appointment is arranged.
Review
Any clinical, protocol or MRI safety questions can be identified before a slot is confirmed.
Appointment details
The patient receives confirmed date/time, location and preparation instructions.
Scan day
The imaging team completes final checks and explains the scan process.
Results pathway
The patient is told how the report/images are delivered and which clinician should discuss the findings with them.
Sensitive information deserves careful handling.
Referral and booking forms can contain sensitive health information.
Booking and referral requests can include sensitive health information. Only information needed for the request should be collected, with secure transmission, appropriate access controls and clear privacy information.
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