CT & MRI Imaging: Barnet Hospital

NCL Wide

Computerised tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) services are available for GP direct access for patients suspected of having cancer. Results will be provided back to the referrer within 28 working days. If not received enquire by email
e: rf-tr.bh-radiology@nhs.net


Eligibility Criteria

Inclusions

  • CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast (pancreatic cancer - proforma)
  • CT KUB and CT head (suspected cancer if MRI is contraindicated)
  • MRI brain and CNS only

Exclusions

  • referrals for other scan types are not accepted

For MRI

  • patients with pacemakers are excluded

How to Refer

EMIS form

Referral methods: Email

If T-quest is available at your surgery, please use this method to refer. 
Otherwise, complete the Radiology Request – RFH form
e: rf-tr.radiologyenquiries@nhs.net

When referring a patient who needs hospital transport or who has mobility difficulties, please clearly mark this in the referral. This will help ensure that Royal Free London (RFL) has the appropriate number of staff during the patient's appointment and while they wait for their transport home.

Where to find the form

  • NCL Global Documents > Investigations


Review date: Thursday, 20 August 2026