Concierge obstetrics · London
Private early pregnancy scan in London, by a consultant obstetric radiologist.
Reassurance, dating and viability scans from 6 weeks — by a specialist obstetric radiologist, in a calm room, with a proper report you can take to your booking appointment.
Why patients choose us
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The right specialist
A consultant obstetric radiologist or fetal-medicine specialist — not just a general sonographer.
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Often answers same-day
Findings can frequently be discussed immediately, with the written report to follow.
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Independent, and free
We are paid by no clinic, so the recommendation is impartial and costs you nothing.
Indicative pricing
What a private early pregnancy scan 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 reassurance scan in our network: £150–£300, with findings at the same visit.
| Scan type | Indicative range | Typical duration | Report turnaround |
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| Reassurance scan (6–10 weeks) | £150–£300 | 15–20 min | Same visit |
| Dating scan (10–14 weeks) | £180–£350 | 20–30 min | Same visit |
| Combined test (NT + bloods, 11–14 weeks) | £250–£450 | 30 min | 3–5 days |
| Recurrent miscarriage / bleeding assessment | £300–£600 | 30–45 min | Same visit |
| Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) | £400–£850 | 15 min | 7–10 days |
| Twin / high-risk early scan | £300–£550 | 30 min | Same visit |
Prices vary by clinic, gestation, whether trans-vaginal is needed, and whether combined-test bloods or NIPT are added. We come back with a firm quote within one working day.
The problem
Early pregnancy scans are only as good as the person doing them.
Very early scans are technically the hardest ultrasound imaging done. A consultant obstetric radiologist reads what a less experienced operator can miss — a subtle ectopic, a corpus luteum mimicking a sac, a viable pregnancy just too early to show a heartbeat.
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Not sure how early is too early?
Tell us the date of your last period and any symptoms — we advise on the right time to scan.
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Want reassurance quickly?
Reassurance scans are short, and findings are usually discussed at the same visit.
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Worried about who is scanning you?
We route you to a consultant obstetric radiologist or fetal-medicine specialist — not just a general sonographer.
The journey
From enquiry to report — what happens, in order.
One clinician from first message to report — often within days.
Phase 1 · Before your scan
Concierge, off-stage for you
Phase 2 · On the day
~30 minutes at the clinic
Phase 3 · After
Concierge, back on
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Before
You tell us what is going on
A short, confidential form. Weeks since last period, any bleeding, previous pregnancies, referral or insurer if you have them.
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Before
We come back with a recommendation
Within one working day: which scan to book, which specialist, indicative price. If a scan is too early to be useful, we say so.
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Before
We arrange the appointment
Often same or next day, including evenings and Saturdays. Insurer pre-authorisation handled.
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On the day
Arrival and preparation
We tell you in advance whether to arrive with a full or empty bladder, and whether trans-vaginal is likely to be needed.
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On the day
The scan itself
15–30 minutes. A chaperone is standard, and you can bring a partner or friend. You will usually see the images as they appear.
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On the day
Straight home
No recovery time. Drive, eat and work as normal.
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After
Report and next steps
A written report usually within 48 hours — one you can take straight to your booking appointment. We route it to your GP or midwife.
Typical end-to-end: 1–3 days. Urgent cases: same day.
What it shows
The questions an early pregnancy scan can answer.
Early ultrasound answers a specific set of questions quickly and safely. These are the ones we arrange most.
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Confirming a viable pregnancy
A visible fetal pole with a heartbeat — the single most reassuring finding in early pregnancy.
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Accurate dating
Crown-rump length gives a due date more accurate than the last-period calculation, especially if cycles are irregular.
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Twin diagnosis
Confirms twins early, and — crucially — whether they share a placenta or sac.
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Cause of early pregnancy bleeding
Distinguishes a viable pregnancy with bleeding from a threatened, missed or complete miscarriage.
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Suspected ectopic (urgent pathway)
A pregnancy outside the womb is a medical emergency. Trans-vaginal scan is the key test.
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Red flag: severe one-sided pain + faintness
Do not wait for a private scan — this is a same-day A&E problem. Call 999 or go straight in.
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Nuchal translucency measurement
Measured between 11 and 14 weeks as part of the combined test for chromosomal conditions.
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Reassurance after previous miscarriage
A short, well-timed scan can quietly answer the question you cannot stop asking.
Scan types
Not all early pregnancy scans are the same.
What each option is actually for — and when in the first trimester it belongs.
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Reassurance scan
A short scan from around 6–10 weeks to look for a heartbeat and confirm the pregnancy is in the womb.
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Dating scan
Between 10 and 14 weeks — establishes an accurate due date from crown-rump length.
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Combined NT + bloods
Nuchal translucency measurement plus a blood test, giving a chromosomal risk assessment.
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Miscarriage / bleeding assessment
A structured scan when there has been bleeding, pain, or a previous loss.
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NIPT (non-invasive prenatal testing)
A maternal blood test analysing fetal DNA. High accuracy for common trisomies from 10 weeks.
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Twin early scan
A more detailed early scan for known or suspected twins — including chorionicity.
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Post-IVF viability scan
Usually around 6–8 weeks after embryo transfer, to confirm number and viability of pregnancies.
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Follow-up viability scan
A repeat scan a week or two later when the first was too early to be conclusive.
Our vetted London network
A small panel of 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 clinic in our network.
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Consultant obstetric radiologists or fetal-medicine specialists
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Trans-vaginal capability for very early scans
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Combined test bloods taken at the same visit
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Direct EPAU (early pregnancy assessment unit) pathway if needed
Safety and what to know
One of the safest tests in medicine — with a few practical points.
Ultrasound is the standard imaging test in pregnancy and involves no radiation. These are the things worth knowing beforehand.
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Very early scans may be inconclusive
Before 6 weeks, a heartbeat may not yet be visible even in a normal pregnancy — a repeat in 1–2 weeks is often needed.
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Trans-vaginal is often used early
A slim internal probe gives a much clearer view before 8 weeks. It is your choice, and painless when done well.
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A chaperone is standard
Offered as standard for every scan, and always available on request.
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Bring someone if you want
A partner or friend is welcome in the room. Early pregnancy scans can be emotionally charged and support helps.
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Bring your antenatal notes
If you have already started notes with the NHS or a midwife, bring them. It helps the report land in the right place.
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A positive test is not viability
A positive urine or blood test tells you that you are pregnant. Only a scan confirms the pregnancy is viable and in the right place.
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Not a replacement for NHS booking
A private early scan is additional to — not a substitute for — your NHS booking appointment with a midwife.
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Suspected ectopic is an emergency
A pregnancy outside the womb can be life-threatening. This is same-day EPAU or A&E, not a private booking.
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Heavy bleeding + faintness — 999
Always call NHS 111, or 999 for heavy bleeding with faintness or severe one-sided pain. Do not wait.
Reading your report
An early pregnancy report can look intimidating. It isn't.
Whichever scan you have, the report keeps to the same four parts.
A quiet reminder
The report is written for your midwife or doctor, not for you — and that is normal.
If you would like us to talk you through it before your booking appointment, just ask.
- 01 Header
Your details and LMP
Your details, last menstrual period, and the reason for the scan.
- 02 Technique
Which route was used
Trans-abdominal, trans-vaginal, or both — and whether Doppler was used.
- 03 Findings
Sac, yolk sac, fetal pole, heartbeat
A structured description of the gestation sac, yolk sac, fetal pole, heart activity and crown-rump length for dating.
- 04 Impression
The conclusion: read this first
Viable, non-viable or ectopic — and the next step. Read this first; your specialist discusses it in context.
Recognised by major UK insurers
Cover for maternity imaging depends on your policy; we confirm with your insurer before booking.
Frequently asked
Everything we get asked about early pregnancy scans.
Quick answers on timing, trans-vaginal scans, cost, bleeding, previous miscarriage, NIPT and when to worry.
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What does an early pregnancy scan show?
It confirms the pregnancy is in the womb, gives an accurate due date from crown-rump length, looks for a heartbeat, counts the number of pregnancies, and — later in the first trimester — measures the nuchal translucency for combined screening.
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How early is it useful?
The earliest useful scan is usually around 6 to 6.5 weeks from the last period. Before that, even a normal pregnancy may not yet show a heartbeat, and a repeat scan will be needed to be conclusive.
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Will I need a trans-vaginal scan?
Before around 8 weeks, a trans-vaginal (internal) scan usually gives a much clearer view than a scan through the abdomen. It is always your choice, a chaperone is standard, and we discuss it beforehand.
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How much does a private early pregnancy scan cost in London?
A reassurance scan is typically £150–£300, a dating scan £180–£350, and the combined test with bloods £250–£450. NIPT is more, and a twin or high-risk scan sits between. We confirm a firm figure within one working day.
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Do I still need the NHS pathway?
Yes. A private early scan is additional to — not a substitute for — your NHS booking appointment with a midwife. We write the report in a way you can take straight to that appointment.
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I have some bleeding — should I have a private scan?
Light bleeding in early pregnancy is common and often not serious, and a scan can be very reassuring. Heavy bleeding, severe pain or faintness is a same-day EPAU or A&E problem — call NHS 111 or 999.
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I have had a previous miscarriage — will an early scan help?
For many people, yes. A short, well-timed scan around 7–8 weeks can settle the question. We choose the timing carefully so the answer is as clear as possible.
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What is NIPT and do I need a scan for it?
NIPT is a maternal blood test analysing fetal DNA. It is highly accurate for common trisomies from 10 weeks. A scan first is sensible to confirm dating and viability before the blood is sent.
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Are twin scans different?
Yes — as well as counting the pregnancies, an early scan for twins looks at whether they share a placenta and sac. This changes how the pregnancy is monitored, so it matters early.
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When should I see a GP or go to A&E urgently?
Severe one-sided pain, heavy bleeding, faintness or shoulder-tip pain in early pregnancy is an emergency — call 999 or go straight to A&E. For less severe but worrying symptoms, call NHS 111 or your GP the same day.
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