Private FibroScan

A FibroScan is a non-invasive and quick procedure that takes around 10 minutes to complete.

When you visit us for your FibroScan, we’ll ask you to lie back on the examination bed and put your right arm above your head. 

Next, you’ll cross your right leg over your left to open your rib space.

One of our gastroenterologists will carry out your FibroScan so you can be sure you’ll receive precise results. They’ll apply a gel to the ultrasound probe (a handheld wand) and your abdomen so that the probe glides over your skin.

The ultrasound probe will take at least 10 different readings. It will then calculate an average from these readings to provide accurate results.

FibroScan is a painless procedure, but some people experience slight discomfort. You may also feel the vibration from the probe as it takes the readings and measurements.

When your test is complete, your consultant will remove any gel that remains on your skin, and you’ll be able to leave.

Dr Ameet Dhar and Dr Deepak Suri explain our Fibroscan test for liver health, and what you can expect from the investigation.

FibroScan is very safe. There are no risks, complications, or side effects associated with the test.

Preparing for a FibroScan is simple. Before your FibroScan, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing that allows us to access the right side of your rib cage easily. You won’t need to remove any jewellery.

You must fast for 3 hours before your FibroScan, but you can take small sips of water if you need to. You must also continue taking your regular medications.

Our team will inform you of everything you should know before you arrive for your appointment so that you can be fully prepared.

You won’t need to follow any special recovery or aftercare instructions after your FibroScan. 

We’ll give you your results immediately after your scan is over. Your consultant will also discuss any further actions, such as testing or treatment, based on your overall health. We’ll give this advice in person or as a written follow-up report. It can take up to 2 days to complete the written report and provide it to you.

You can leave as soon as this is done and return to your usual activities.

The cost of a private FibroScan starts from £450. We accept both self-funding patients and those who are privately insured.

At Welbeck, our gastroenterologists are experts in their field and are dedicated to providing world-class care to every patient.

With access to colleagues across other specialties, our consultants are also able to refer within the Welbeck ecosystem if required to ensure you receive the treatment you need as quickly as possible, all under one roof.  

All appointments, testing, treatment, and follow-up appointments take place within our state-of-the-art facilities, enabling us to deliver accurate diagnostics and advanced treatments.

To book a FibroScan, you must be referred by either your GP or a gastroenterologist following a consultation with them. Self-referrals are not accepted for this test.

If you would like to schedule a consultation with a gastroenterologist, please get in touch to make an appointment. Your health is important to us, so we strive to offer same-day appointments whenever possible.

Our consultants are recognised by the major health insurance companies. If you have private health insurance, your treatment at Welbeck can begin once you have obtained authorisation. We also provide care to self-paying patients. Learn more about the different payment options at Welbeck.