X-Ray | CT | OPG | DEXA Bone Density - walk-in service (NO APPOINTMENT required)

All other studies require appointments; especially all Ultrasounds, Injections, Biopsies, Mammograms, MRI etc.

Please arrive 20 MINUTES BEFORE your scheduled appointment to allow time for traffic and parking.

Yes, it is required to bring all previous images and reports for procedures and scans.

There are fasting requirements for the following examinations:

• CT/MRI Scans - if IV and/or oral contrast are indicated, please fast for at least 2 hours prior to the scan.
• Ultrasound Abdomen - 8 hours full-fast (no food or drinks) prior to the exam.
• Doppler Aorta- 8 hours full-fast (no food or drinks) prior to the exam.
• Renal Artery - 8 hours full-fast (no food or drinks) prior to the exam.

We ask our patients to drink 100mLs (1L or 4 cups) of water one hour prior to their scan. It is important for patients to empty their bladder before drinking the water. The following scans require water prep:

• US Pelvis - full bladder produces clear images of pelvic anatomy.
• US Obstetric Scan up to 30 weeks - full bladder produces clear images of your pelvic anatomy.
• US Renal - full bladder produces clear images of Renal anatomy.

• If there are 2 scans on the same referral both scans need to be performed before 7 days from the first scan is done.
• If there are 2 scans on the same referral, both scans need to be performed at the same Radiology Practice.

Yes, please visit https://registrations.southwestradiology.com.au/ to create an account. Images will be available immediately, whereas the report will be available 14 days after your scan.

Your doctor will receive the report within 24 hours for most studies. Some complex studies may require additional time (up to 48 hours) to report however you will be informed prior to leaving the clinic.

Unfortunately, we do not perform this scan.

Yes, we perform OPG at all sites beside Liverpool.

Yes, we perform 2D/3D scans using state of the art equipment at our Wetherill Park clinic.

Yes, but only at our Campbelltown site.

Yes, but only at our Minto site.

Yes, only if the referral is from a Cardiologist, otherwise there will be a charge of $650.

To minimise the risk of bleeding, we recommend that you stop taking anti-coagulation or anti-platelet (blood-thinning) medication 5 DAYS PRIOR to your scheduled exam.

We advise all our patients to consult your GP and/or Physician prior to formally ceasing any medication.

To minimise the risk of bleeding, we recommend that you stop taking anti-coagulation or anti-platelet (blood-thinning) medication 5 DAYS PRIOR to your scheduled exam.

We advise all our patients to consult your GP and/or Physician prior to formally ceasing any medication.

Due to the superficial nature of bursa injections, we DO NOT recommend that you need to stop any medications.

If you have any concerns, please contact one of our friendly team members to have a confidential discussion.

To minimise the risk of bleeding, we recommend that you stop taking anti-coagulation or anti-platelet (blood-thinning) medication 5 DAYS PRIOR to your scheduled exam.

We advise all our patients to consult your GP and/or Physician prior to formally ceasing any medication.