Testicles
Check both testicles for lumps, size and texture.
A private testicular and scrotal ultrasound — for a lump, swelling, ache or fertility check, with blood-flow assessment.
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Most scrotal lumps are not cancer. Ultrasound quickly shows whether a lump is in the testicle or around it, and whether it is solid or fluid.
Check both testicles for lumps, size and texture.
Look for cysts and inflammation (epididymitis).
Check for fluid around the testicle or a hernia in the scrotum.
Doppler shows enlarged veins and blood flow to each testicle.
A testicular and scrotum ultrasound is a safe, non-invasive diagnostic scan used to examine the structures within the scrotum, including the testicles (testes), epididymis, and surrounding tissues. This scan provides high-resolution images that help detect abnormalities such as testicular lumps, swelling, pain, and varicoceles, and it plays a crucial role in the early detection of testicular cancer and other serious conditions.
This ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of the testicles and scrotum. It is a painless procedure that helps assess:
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This scan is essential for diagnosing and monitoring several common male health issues:
Testicular Lumps: A lump or mass in the testicle can be a sign of testicular cancer or benign conditions such as cysts.
Testicular Pain or Swelling: Conditions like torsion, infection, or varicocele can cause discomfort, which can be effectively evaluated with an ultrasound.
Infertility Concerns: Varicoceles and other testicular abnormalities can impact fertility, and an ultrasound helps assess these factors.
Testicular Trauma: Injury to the testicles can cause internal damage that needs to be checked through imaging.
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Your doctor may recommend a testes and scrotum ultrasound if you experience any of the following:
Whether you’re experiencing discomfort or want to address concerns about testicular health, an ultrasound can provide the answers you need. Book your testes and scrotum ultrasound with us today, and our team will ensure you receive personalised care in a comfortable and professional setting.
From getting ready to discussing what comes next, here is a simple guide to your appointment.
A question before you book? Call usWhen you first felt it, whether it has changed and whether it is painful.
You lie on your back with a towel for privacy. Warm gel is applied and the probe is moved gently over the scrotum. It is painless and takes about 20 minutes.
The sonographer talks you through what they have seen, and your written report follows within 24 hours — ready to share with your GP or specialist.
Choose the location that works for you. Confirm your selected clinic in the booking system before completing your appointment.
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No. You can book directly. If your GP or specialist has asked for this scan, bring their letter so the sonographer knows what to focus on.
Please call us before booking and we will do our best to arrange it. A chaperone is always available.
Yes. It checks testicular size and looks for a varicocele, a common treatable cause.
Yes. Where shown, the booking form offers a Full-body or Full-body Plus option that includes this area alongside the other organs, in one longer appointment.
Sudden, severe testicular pain can be torsion, which needs surgery within hours. Go to A&E straight away — do not wait for a scan.
Read NHS guidance ↗Use the booking form on this page and follow its Next buttons. Choose your scan option and appointment time, enter the requested details, then review the price before completing the booking.
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Call the teamBooking this alongside another scan? Each scan keeps its own preparation. If anything is unclear, call us on 020 3318 1373 before your visit.
If you feel unwell, seek medical advice. This page is general information, not a diagnosis. For urgent concerns, contact your GP or NHS 111; in an emergency call 999.
Further reading: NHS guidance on testicular lumps and swellings
Please choose a location and time slot to book your appointment. If you need any help with booking, please contact us. We’re available 7 days a week, from 7am to 10pm.
Please check what preparation is needed before your ultrasound scan below:
| All Pelvic scans Kidney and Urinary tract Prostate & Urinary Tract Appendicitis Early Pregnancy Scan | Drink One Liter of still water (2 Pints) One hour before your scan. Do NOT use the toilet so you would arrive with a full bladder. Medication can be taken as normal. |
| Liver scans Upper Abdomen Liver Fibroscan (Liver Elastography) | Do NOT eat for 6 hours prior to scan time. |
| Combination of above scans | Same as respective scan’s preparation. |