How Much Does a Private CT Scan Cost in the UK? (2026)
Last updated 28 September 2026
A private CT scan can usually be booked within days, but the price varies more than most imaging. A scan of one area and a chest, abdomen and pelvis scan with contrast dye are very different jobs on the same machine.
Quick answer: the 15 imaging centres on Keystone with a published price charge from £330 to £699 as a starting price for a private CT scan. Nine of them, all in the Alliance Medical network, start at £699. Bigger scans cost more: Lycahealth Orpington lists CT prices from £110 up to £1,870 depending on what's being scanned.
CT scan prices at each UK imaging centre
These are the starting prices each centre publishes. Your final price depends on the body area and whether you need contrast dye.
| Imaging centre | Location | CT scan price |
|---|---|---|
| Lycahealth Orpington | London BR5 | £110 to £1,870 by scan |
| Paul Strickland Scanner Centre | Northwood HA6 | from £330 |
| National MRI Scan | London WC2R | from £360 |
| Vista Health Waterloo | London SE1 | from £445 |
| InHealth Waterloo | London SE1 | from £445 |
| LivingCare | Leeds LS15 | £625 |
| Alliance Medical Harley Street | London W1G | from £699 |
| Denmark Hill PET-CT Centre | London SE5 | from £699 |
| Enfield Alliance MRI Centre | Enfield EN2 | from £699 |
| Sidcup MRI | Sidcup DA14 | from £699 |
| Sidcup PET-CT Centre | Sidcup DA14 | from £699 |
| West Middlesex MRI | Isleworth TW7 | from £699 |
| South Tees PET CT Centre | Middlesbrough TS4 | from £699 |
| Plymouth PET CT Centre | Plymouth PL6 | from £699 |
| Taunton PET CT | Taunton TA1 | from £699 |
If your referral is for a single area without contrast, the independent centres at £330 to £445 are worth asking first. The £110 price at Lycahealth is the lowest item on its price list, so check which scan it covers before you rely on it.
How much does a full body CT scan cost?
When people say "full body CT", they usually mean a scan of the chest, abdomen and pelvis in one go. It's one of the bigger CT scans, so expect it to cost well above the starting prices in the table. Lycahealth's price list, which runs up to £1,870, shows how far the cost climbs for larger scans.
Some clinics also sell a full body CT as a health check for people with no symptoms. That's a different product from a scan your doctor has referred you for, and the radiation dose is worth discussing with a doctor before you book one.
How much does a CT scan of the stomach cost?
A "stomach" CT is usually a CT of the abdomen, often with the pelvis included. It covers more than a single joint or limb, so it costs more than the cheapest starting prices, and it often needs contrast dye, which adds to the price. Ask the centre to quote for the exact scan on your referral letter.
What actually drives the price difference
- Which body part. A scan of one area, like a single joint, costs far less than a full chest, abdomen and pelvis scan.
- With or without contrast. Some scans need an injected contrast dye to show soft tissue or blood vessels more clearly, and that adds to the cost.
- The radiologist's report. Some centres include the report in the price and others charge for it separately, so check before you compare.
- Which centre. An independent imaging centre and a centre in a large network don't always charge the same for what's technically the same scan.
CT scan vs MRI vs PET scan
A CT scan is usually cheaper than a PET scan and similar to or a bit more than an MRI, depending on the area. The three scans answer different questions, so your doctor's referral decides which one you need. You can compare prices in our MRI scan cost guide and PET scan cost guide.
Compare private CT scan prices near you
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Compare private CT scan prices near you →Frequently asked questions
How much does a private CT scan cost in the UK?
Most of the 15 imaging centres on Keystone start at £330 to £699, and nine start at £699. Larger scans cost more: Lycahealth Orpington's CT prices go up to £1,870. The body part being scanned is the main driver of price.
How much is a full body CT scan?
A chest, abdomen and pelvis scan is one of the larger CT scans, so it costs well above the £330 to £699 starting prices. Ask for a written quote for your referral.
Do I need a referral for a private CT scan?
Usually, yes. Most centres want a referral from a GP or specialist, since the referral says exactly what needs to be scanned and why. Many centres can arrange a private consultation if you don't have one.
What's the difference between a CT scan with and without contrast?
Contrast is a dye, usually injected, that makes certain tissues or blood vessels show up more clearly. Not every scan needs it, and your referring doctor will say whether your scan does.
How long does it take to get the results?
It varies by centre, from same-day reporting to several working days. If turnaround time matters, ask when you book rather than assuming it's included in the headline price.