Small Bowel MRI Scan Glasgow | Private & Affordable Imaging

Small Bowel MRI Scan

Immediate Diagnosis for Small Intestine Problems

The small bowel (or small intestine) is the longest part of your digestive tract, responsible for breaking down food and absorbing essential nutrients. When a problem arises in this area, it can lead to significant discomfort and disrupt your daily life. A Small Bowel MRI Scan at Unirad UK provides a safe, detailed, and accurate diagnostic tool to help pinpoint the cause of your symptoms.

We offer fast, affordable, and expert-led private MRI scans in Glasgow, so you can get the answers you need without delay.

Why choose Unirad UK for your small bowel MRI scan?

Affordable

Our scans are competitively priced, with options starting from just £225. We believe in transparent, all-inclusive pricing.

Fast & Accessible

We offer rapid access with appointments available at our Glasgow clinic, often within a few days, at a time that suits you.

Dedicated Support

Our Patient Care Team is here to help, available weekdays from 8 am to 8 pm and weekends from 8 am to 1 pm.

What is a Small Bowel MRI Scan?

An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan is a safe, painless, and non-invasive procedure that uses powerful magnetic fields and radio waves to create high-quality images inside your body. It is a powerful diagnostic tool that does not use potentially harmful radiation.

An MRI scan of the small bowel is often recommended to investigate chronic symptoms like diarrhoea or constipation. It provides a detailed view of all three parts of the small bowel—the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum—to identify any damage or abnormal growths.

What Symptoms Would Prompt a Small Bowel MRI Scan?

You should consider a private small bowel MRI scan if you are experiencing persistent or unexplained symptoms such as:

Chronic diarrhoea or constipation
Gas, vomiting, or abdominal pain
A swollen or painful belly
Blood in your stool
Unexplained sudden weight loss

What Can a Small Bowel MRI Scan Detect?

The detailed images from your scan will allow our consultant radiologists to detect any damage or abnormalities in the small intestine. A small bowel MRI can help diagnose a wide range of conditions, including:

Crohn’s disease of the ileum
Obscure bleeding
Malabsorption (difficulty digesting or absorbing nutrients)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Functional gastrointestinal disorders
Celiac disease and other gluten-related disorders
Tumours or lesions

Once your radiologist has identified the cause of your symptoms, you can take the diagnostic report to your physician, who will use it to prescribe the most effective treatment.

Preparing for Your Scan

Our Patient Care Team will ensure you are fully prepared for your appointment. It is important to inform us about your medical history, especially if you have any implants or conditions that might affect the scan, such as pacemakers, artificial joints, or if you are pregnant or claustrophobic.

A small bowel MRI scan takes approximately 60 minutes. We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to check in. You will be asked to remove any metal objects or jewellery and may be given a gown to wear.

Our Private Small Bowel MRI Scan Package

We offer a fixed-price package that is all-inclusive and transparent. The price includes a full report from a consultant radiologist and access to all your scan images, which you will receive within three working days.