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Private breast ultrasound in London, by a specialist breast radiologist.

A radiation-free scan by a specialist breast radiologist — often paired with mammography for a full triple-assessment, with same-day biopsy where needed.

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A specialist breast radiologist preparing a patient for an ultrasound in a private London clinic

Why patients choose us

  • 01

    A specialist breast radiologist

    Not a general sonographer — the person scanning you sub-specialises in breast imaging, day in, day out.

  • 02

    Triple-assessment in one visit

    Clinical exam, ultrasound and — where indicated — mammography and same-day core biopsy, on one appointment.

  • 03

    Independent, and free

    We are paid by no clinic, so the recommendation is impartial and costs you nothing.

Indicative pricing

What a private breast ultrasound costs in London.

Indicative ranges across our partner clinics. Send the details and we quote firm figures across two or three options.

In short

A standard breast ultrasound in our network: £250–£450, with the report usually the same day.

Scan type Indicative range
Standard breast ultrasound £250–£450
Ultrasound + core biopsy £600–£1,200
Ultrasound + mammography (triple-assessment) £450–£850
Symptomatic breast clinic (full triple-assessment) £600–£1,200
Post-op breast surveillance ultrasound £280–£500
Urgent same-week ultrasound £400–£800

Prices vary by clinic, whether mammography or a same-day core biopsy is added, and whether the axilla is included. We come back with a firm quote within one working day.

The problem

A breast scan is only as good as the specialist behind it.

Breast ultrasound is a sub-specialty — the answer depends on a radiologist who reads breast imaging every day, and who can biopsy on the spot. We route you to exactly that.

  • Found a new lump?

    We arrange a same-week triple-assessment with a specialist breast radiologist.

  • Want it done in one visit?

    Clinical exam, ultrasound, mammography and same-day biopsy — under one roof.

  • Worried about who scans you?

    Consultant breast radiologists only — not general sonographers.

The journey

From enquiry to report — what happens, in order.

One clinician from first message to report — often within days.

  1. 01

    Before

    You tell us what is going on

    A short, confidential form. Symptoms, timeline, family history, referral or insurer if you have them.

  2. 02

    Before

    We come back with a recommendation

    Within one working day: whether ultrasound alone or a full triple-assessment fits, which clinic, indicative price.

  3. 03

    Before

    We arrange the appointment

    Often same or next day, including evenings and Saturdays. Insurer pre-authorisation handled.

  4. 04

    On the day

    Arrival and preparation

    No fasting, no special prep — wear a two-piece outfit, avoid deodorant and talc on the day if mammography is planned.

  5. 05

    On the day

    The scan itself

    15–20 minutes. Warm gel, a handheld probe and a chaperone in the room throughout — painless and quiet.

  6. 06

    On the day

    Straight home

    No recovery time. Drive, eat and work as normal. If a biopsy was taken, a small dressing stays on for 24 hours.

  7. 07

    After

    Report and next steps

    A written report the same day for ultrasound alone; 5–7 days if a core biopsy was taken. Routed to your GP or specialist.

Typical end-to-end: 3–7 days. Urgent cases: same day.

What it shows

Find the scan that matches the symptom.

Breast ultrasound answers a range of questions quickly and safely. These are the ones we arrange most.

  • Breast lump

    The first-line scan when you can feel a lump — cyst, fibroadenoma or something needing biopsy.

  • Focal pain

    A targeted look at one area of persistent, one-sided breast pain.

  • Nipple discharge

    Assesses the ducts behind the nipple for a papilloma or other cause.

  • Dense breast tissue

    Adds sensitivity where mammography alone can miss small cancers.

  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding

    Radiation-free — the imaging of choice during pregnancy and lactation.

  • Implant assessment

    Checks the implant capsule and surrounding tissue for rupture or fluid.

  • Family history surveillance

    For women under 40 or with dense tissue, alongside your surveillance plan.

  • Red flag: any new hard, tethered or ulcerating lump

    Do not wait — a same-week triple-assessment appointment is arranged.

Breast ultrasound types

Not all breast ultrasound appointments are the same.

What each option on your referral is actually for.

  • Standard breast ultrasound

    A targeted scan of one or both breasts and the axilla — the everyday breast US.

  • Ultrasound + core biopsy

    Real-time image-guided sampling of a suspicious lesion, done on the same visit.

  • Triple-assessment (clinical + US ± mammography)

    Clinical exam by a breast specialist alongside ultrasound and, where indicated, mammography.

  • Symptomatic breast clinic

    A half-day one-stop pathway for a new, worrying symptom — everything under one roof.

  • Post-op surveillance US

    Follow-up scanning after lumpectomy, mastectomy or reconstruction to monitor the area.

  • Implant assessment US

    Focused imaging of implants for rupture, seroma or capsule change.

  • Axilla lymph node US

    Detailed look at the armpit nodes — often paired with breast US when a lesion is found.

  • Urgent same-week US

    Rapid access for red-flag symptoms when a scan is needed within days.

Our vetted London network

A small panel of specialist breast clinics, we picked them.

Partners across central, north, west and south London. Not listed publicly — introductions are made privately, once we understand your case.

Selection criteria

How we choose every breast clinic in our network.

A modern London breast clinic ultrasound room with a current-generation scanner
Consultant breast radiologists
  • Consultant breast radiologists — sub-specialists, not generalists

  • Same-day core biopsy on site where indicated

  • Full triple-assessment pathway (clinical + US ± mammography) in one visit

  • Breast-MDT referral organised on your behalf if needed

Safety and eligibility

One of the safest breast tests in medicine.

Breast ultrasound is exceptionally safe — the practical points are chaperones, how it sits alongside mammography, and biopsy precautions when needed.

  • Painless and radiation-free

    Ultrasound uses sound waves — no ionising radiation, and no injections.

  • A chaperone is always present

    Every breast ultrasound is done with a chaperone in the room, without exception.

  • Warm gel used

    The gel is warmed and wiped off at the end — no lingering coldness or mess.

  • Not a mammography alternative in most women over 40

    For screening in women over 40, mammography remains the first-line test — ultrasound is complementary.

  • Dense breasts benefit from US alongside mammography

    When breast tissue is dense on mammography, ultrasound adds real sensitivity for small cancers.

  • Biopsy has small bleeding/infection risk

    Core biopsy risks are small — bruising is common, bleeding and infection are rare.

  • Anticoagulation may need adjusting for biopsy

    If you take warfarin, apixaban or clopidogrel, tell us — we may need to pause it before a biopsy.

  • Pregnancy safe

    Ultrasound is entirely safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and is the first-line breast test.

  • Always bring prior imaging

    Old mammograms, ultrasounds and MRIs help the radiologist compare — please bring them or the report.

Reading your report

A breast ultrasound report can look intimidating. It isn’t.

Every breast ultrasound report keeps to the same four parts.

A consultant breast radiologist reviewing ultrasound images on a clinical workstation

A quiet reminder

The report is written for your doctor, not for you — and that is normal.

If you would like us to talk you through it before your follow-up, just ask.

  1. 01 Header

    Indication and risk factors

    Your details, the symptom or referral question, and relevant history — family, hormonal, prior surgery.

  2. 02 Technique

    Probe and protocol

    Which probe and frequency were used, whether Doppler was added, and whether the axilla was included.

  3. 03 Findings

    BI-RADS per lesion and the axilla

    A structured description of each lesion with size, position and a BI-RADS category — plus the axillary nodes.

  4. 04 Impression

    Read first — normal, benign, biopsy plan, MDT

    The conclusion in brief: normal, benign, biopsy recommended, or discussion at the breast MDT.

Recognised by major UK insurers

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Cover depends on your policy and clinic; we confirm with your insurer before booking.

Frequently asked

Everything we get asked about breast ultrasound.

Quick answers on cost, referrals, mammography, BI-RADS, biopsy and safety.

  • Ultrasound or mammography — which do I need?

    It depends on your age and the question. Under 40, ultrasound is usually the first test. Over 40, mammography is first-line and ultrasound is added for a specific finding or dense tissue. For a new lump, both are often done together as a triple-assessment.

  • What is BI-RADS?

    BI-RADS is a standard 0–6 scoring system radiologists use to classify breast findings. 1 is normal, 2 is benign, 3 is probably benign (short-interval follow-up), 4 is suspicious (biopsy), 5 is highly suggestive of cancer, and 6 is biopsy-proven cancer.

  • Does a breast ultrasound hurt?

    No. It is a handheld probe with warm gel — no compression, no needle, and no radiation. If a core biopsy is added, local anaesthetic is used first so the biopsy itself is not painful.

  • How much does a private breast ultrasound cost in London?

    A standard scan is typically £250–£450. Adding mammography for a full triple-assessment is £450–£850, and adding a same-day core biopsy is £600–£1,200. We confirm a firm figure within one working day.

  • Do I need a referral?

    No — most breast ultrasound appointments accept self-referral. If a same-day biopsy or a symptomatic clinic appointment is needed, we arrange the correct referral for you.

  • Is it safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

    Yes. Ultrasound uses no radiation, so it is the first-line breast imaging test in pregnancy and lactation.

  • I have dense breasts — should I still have mammography?

    Yes. Mammography remains the first-line test over 40, but dense tissue reduces its sensitivity — adding ultrasound picks up cancers mammography can miss.

  • How quickly do I get the results?

    For a standard breast ultrasound the report is same-day, and the radiologist usually gives an immediate impression at the end of the scan. If a core biopsy is taken, the histology takes 5–7 days.

  • What does a core biopsy involve?

    Local anaesthetic is injected, a small nick is made in the skin, and a fine spring-loaded needle takes several tissue samples under ultrasound guidance. It takes about 15 minutes and you go home the same day with a small dressing.

  • When should I see a GP urgently instead?

    If you have a new hard, tethered or ulcerating lump, bloody nipple discharge, a persistent skin change or a lump in the armpit — do not wait. See a GP the same week, or contact us for a same-week triple-assessment.

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