Private MRI scans in Milton Keynes
We help people in Central Milton Keynes, Bletchley, Wolverton, Stony Stratford, Newport Pagnell and Olney book private MRI scans with no GP referral. MRI produces detailed pictures of soft tissue. It can help investigate a torn knee ligament, a painful shoulder or neurological symptoms that need a closer look. Milton Keynes was built around its grid roads, so getting across the city tends to be straightforward, whether you drive, cycle the redways or come in by train.
Milton Keynes private MRI scan costs
Private MRI scan prices in Milton Keynes start from £100, and there is a range of locations to choose from. Every booking comes with a consultation with one of our clinicians, plus a referral. Search the map to line up nearby centres and see which price suits you.
How do I book a private MRI scan in Milton Keynes?
You won't need a GP referral. Type in your postcode or browse the map, then compare the centres around Milton Keynes and what each one charges. Once you have picked one, fill in a short booking form covering your details and scan safety, and pay online. From there, our team organises everything else.
Why book with us?
We run the UK's largest medical imaging network, with hundreds of locations across the country, and you don't need a referral to use it. Booking online takes a few minutes. A clinician speaks to you within hours, and your scan can happen within days. Because there are no waiting lists, the choice of when and where is yours. Results come to you digitally, so passing them on to your healthcare professional is easy.
Preparation for MRI scans
Most MRI scans need very little preparation, although you may occasionally be asked to fast beforehand. Pick comfortable clothes without metal fastenings like buttons, toggles or zips. A gown may be provided for you to change into. The scanner relies on powerful magnets that react with metal. For that reason, you will have to take off glasses, jewellery and watches, and set aside belts, wallets, phones and any other personal belongings. Anyone with an implanted device like a pacemaker may need extra preparation to stay safe. We send all the instructions you need before your appointment. Contrast scans work a little differently. You'll be asked for recent blood test results showing how well your kidneys are working, since they are responsible for clearing the gadolinium contrast agent from your body afterwards.
The procedure
Your scan is performed by a trained radiographer, who will talk you through what to expect before anything begins. You'll lie on a flat bed, keeping as still as you can, while it slides into the doughnut-shaped scanner. Depending on the part of the body being examined, this takes between 15 and 90 minutes. Where contrast is required, it's given through an IV. The machine makes a lot of noise. You can usually listen to music, though, and the radiographers stay in touch with you through headphones.
How long does it take?
Expect your MRI to last somewhere between 15 and 90 minutes. The exact time depends on how many areas of the body are scanned and whether contrast is used. Your clinician and the imaging centre you choose will tell you how long yours should take.