Elite Community Ultrasound (ECU) is delighted to offer this comprehensive Carotid arteries scan for those who are 16years or above and do not want to wait for weeks for finding an answer.

A carotid artery Doppler ultrasound is a non-invasive medical diagnostic imaging to check the circulation in the large arteries in the neck. This scan also looks at wall thickness of these arteries and if there are any clots/plaques. The narrowing of these arteries can be result in stroke hence this test plays a vital role in assessing the risk of stroke as the results of this test can help your healthcare professional to determine a treatment for lowering your stroke risk.

This scan includes the assessment of structures of common carotid arteries and its branches external carotid arteries and internal carotid arteries, and vertebral arteries.

The most common conditions of the carotid artery can be Carotid artery stenosis.

For more information regarding this scan please read the under-mentioned FAQs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a GP referral to book a vascular scan?

How do I know which vascular scan to book?

How should I prepare for a vascular scan?

What should I wear for a vascular scan?

Are there any risks involved in having an ultrasound scan?

Can I bring someone with me to my appointment?

Will the scan be painful?

What happens during a vascular ultrasound appointment?

How long does the scan take?

Are there any side effects from the scan?

What happens after the scan?

What if the scan shows something abnormal?

When will I receive my results?

Is there a charge if I cancel or reschedule my appointment?

What if the main purpose of my scan can’t be completed?

What if I’m running late for my appointment?

If you can’t find your answer in these FAQs

Please don’t worry and simply contact us we shall be more than happy to answer your query.

Testimonials What our clients say

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   Kelly randall 
 26 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Today I visited elite community in Ashford for the first time and I can honestly say I have never experienced such professional and personal genuine care for their patients from walking in and having such a welcoming reassuring receptionist who was also so personally pleased when I left clinic that my results was as I hoped for.Pankaj Gupta from the moment we meet made me feel so reassured not just a patient and made it very clear his patients is the main priority throughout my whole ultrasound I was informed in every detail of his findings and explained every fine detailed and even went over the same areas to reassure me. I have never walked out of a apt feeling more positive to know I have just received over 100% pure care from people who only won’t to ensure your visit is to the highest standard I can not recommend the clinic enough to anyone thinking of booking a apt with them
  
 
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   Lotte 
 25 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really friendly and professional. We had an amazing experience, will definitely be going back! Thank you so much
  
 
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   Anisa Zahid 
 25 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The sonographer was very welcoming and made my little feel comfortable as we took her along with us to the scan. He explained everything during the scan and was very reassuring
  
 
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   Helen Cooper 
 24 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr Gupta was so friendly and kind. He reassured me instantly. Can’t thank them enough. The lady at reception/chaperone was also lovely. Thank you, would really recommend! I needed this scan for some quick reassurance and managed to get an appointment on the day which was amazing
  
 
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   Stephan Jury 
 24 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service with very friendly staff
  
 
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   Jason Martin 
 23 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing results with very clear pictures, also very polite and warming owners :) defo recommend
  
 
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   toofastforyall 85 
 23 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr.Gupta went out of his way and past opening hours to cater to my random pain and bleeding and his report was very informative. I am so greatful and will continue to be a customer with Elite.
  
 
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   Caroline Coleman 
 22 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service friendly staff
  
 
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   Helen Cooper 
 21 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Brilliant, needed a scan for reassurance that all was ok, and we got that. Friendly staff and very informative, would return!
  
 
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   lara scoble 
 20 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. gupta was really really nice and make my experience a lot better
  
 
 
  
 
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Kelly randall

26 September 2026

Today I visited elite community in Ashford for the first time and I can honestly say I have never experienced such professional and personal genuine care for their patients from walking in and having such a welcoming reassuring receptionist who was also so personally pleased when I left clinic that my results was as I hoped for.Pankaj Gupta from the moment we meet made me feel so reassured not just a patient and made it very clear his patients is the main priority throughout my whole ultrasound I was informed in every detail of his findings and explained every fine detailed and even went over the same areas to reassure me. I have never walked out of a apt feeling more positive to know I have just received over 100% pure care from people who only won’t to ensure your visit is to the highest standard I can not recommend the clinic enough to anyone thinking of booking a apt with them

Lotte

25 September 2026

Really friendly and professional. We had an amazing experience, will definitely be going back! Thank you so much

Anisa Zahid

The sonographer was very welcoming and made my little feel comfortable as we took her along with us to the scan. He explained everything during the scan and was very reassuring

Helen Cooper

24 September 2026

Dr Gupta was so friendly and kind. He reassured me instantly. Can’t thank them enough. The lady at reception/chaperone was also lovely. Thank you, would really recommend! I needed this scan for some quick reassurance and managed to get an appointment on the day which was amazing

Stephan Jury

Excellent service with very friendly staff

Jason Martin

23 September 2026

Amazing results with very clear pictures, also very polite and warming owners :) defo recommend

toofastforyall 85

Dr.Gupta went out of his way and past opening hours to cater to my random pain and bleeding and his report was very informative. I am so greatful and will continue to be a customer with Elite.

Caroline Coleman

22 September 2026

Great service friendly staff

21 September 2026

Brilliant, needed a scan for reassurance that all was ok, and we got that. Friendly staff and very informative, would return!

lara scoble

20 September 2026

gupta was really really nice and make my experience a lot better

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