South West Radiology

Frequently Asked Questions

General Queries

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 600mLs 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.

Our Locations

Campbelltown

Building B, Suites 5-9
4 Hyde Parade Campbelltown

Liverpool

Ground Floor, 51 Goulburn St, Liverpool NSW 2170

Minto

North Entrance Car Park
Shop 2A – Minto Mall,
10 Brookfield Road Minto, NSW, 2566

Moorebank

Moorebank Shopping Village
Shop 14C, 42 Stockton Avenue, Moorebank NSW 2170

Wetherill Park

Shop 233 & 235, Stockland Wetherill Park 561 – 583 Polding Street Wetherill Park NSW 2164

Moorebank Ultrasound Centre

Shop 4, 42 Stockton Ave, Moorebank NSW 2170

LIVERPOOL

Ground Floor, 51
Goulburn St
Liverpool, NSW, 2170

CAMPBELLTOWN

Park Central, Building B
Ground Level - 4 Hyde Parade
Campbelltown, NSW, 2560

MINTO

North Entrance - Minto Mall
10 Brookfield Road
Minto, NSW, 2566

MOOREBANK

Moorebank Shopping Village
Shop 14C/42 Stockton Avenue
Moorebank, NSW, 2170

MINTO

North Entrance - Minto Mall
10 Brookfield Road
Minto, NSW, 2566

MOOREBANK

Moorebank Shopping Village
Shop 14C/42 Stockton Avenue
Moorebank, NSW, 2170