Targeted Cancer Screening tests

Breast cancer screening examination
Age 18+
Depending on your questionnaire results and consultation, the GP may examine your breasts. They’ll also make sure you’re confident doing checks at home so changes can be found and looked into earlier.

Cervical cancer screening
Age 25+
If you’re over 25, the GP will take a sample from the entrance of your womb, if it’s appropriate for you. This is to check for human papilloma virus (HPV). If you have HPV, we’ll check the sample for abnormal cells. Finding these early means there’s more chance of treatment before they become cancerous. If you’re under 25, you can discuss your concerns with the GP who will advise on next steps.

HPV test
Age 25+
Certain types of HPV can increase the risk of cervical cancer. So it’s important we know about it. In most people HPV clears up on its own, but some people may need treatment. It's advised you have yearly follow-ups to track it until it’s resolved.

Prostate Specific Antigen blood test (PSA)
Age 50+ (45+ if clinically indicated)
If you're over 50, a PSA test can help detect problems with your prostate. You may also get this at a younger age, depending on factors like symptoms, your family history and your ethnicity. Your doctor will discuss the pros and cons of the test with you.

Prostate cancer check
Age 50+ (45+ if clinically indicated)
The PSA blood test is the main way to screen for prostate cancer. We sometimes offer a prostate examination as well. Your GP will explain how this exam is used and what its limitations are.

After looking through your medical history, the GP may check your prostate through the wall of your rectum (back passage). While it can be uncomfortable, it shouldn’t be painful.

Testicular cancer check
Age 18+
Your GP may feel for lumps and swelling on your testicles, as well as their size and texture. They’ll also make sure you’re confident doing self-checks at home.

Bowel cancer screening stool test
£50 | Age 45+

The qFIT test is a simple stool test that checks for tiny traces of blood in your poo, often too small to see. This can be an early sign of bowel cancer or other conditions.

You can take the test at home using a small kit we provide. It only takes a few minutes and is painless. You then return the sample to us for analysis.

Finding bowel cancer early usually means treatment is simpler and more effective.

Mammogram
£152 | Age 40+

A mammogram is an X-ray of your breasts. It can show early signs of cancer, often before you notice any symptoms. Finding cancer early usually means treatment is simpler and more effective.

The scan itself takes around 15 minutes. Each breast is placed between two plates for a few seconds while the X-ray is taken. You may feel some pressure but it isn’t painful.

Colon CT scan
£1,069 | Age 45+

This is a scan of your large bowel using CT imaging. Unlike a traditional colonoscopy, no camera is used, which can make it more comfortable.

You’ll need to take a bowel preparation (a laxative) a couple of days before the scan.

The scan takes about 15 minutes. You’ll lie on a table while the CT scanner takes pictures of your bowel. Some air or carbon dioxide may be gently added to give a clear view.