Frequently Asked Questions
Our FAQ page provides answers to the most common questions we are asked.
COVID-19 & visiting the Edinburgh Imaging Facilities
The current COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation means our working practises have changed:
- Please attend on your own for your appointment whenever possible
- If you require assistance, bring only one person with you
- Arrive no earlier than 10 minutes before your appointment time
- On arrival, we will direct you to wash your hands
- We - the radiographers - will wear personal protective equipment (PPE) where needed
We have adopted these measures to protect you & our staff. We appreciate your understanding & cooperation at this challenging time.
There are four different imaging centres at the Edinburgh Bioquarter / Little France site.
Be sure to check at which centre your appointment is, before you set out from home.
What do I need to know about my scan in the:
Edinburgh Imaging Facility - The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh Hospital (EIF RIE)
When you arrive at EIF-RIE:
- You will need to buzz for access at the main door.
- We will ask you to be seated in the reception area.
- Once seated, we will ask you to complete a screening form.
- A radiographer will collect you when it's time for your scan.
- Read our FAQ on having a MR scan
- Directions to EIF-RIE
Edinburgh Imaging Facility - Queen's Medical Research Institute (EIF-QMRI)
When you arrive at EIF-QMRI:
- You will need to buzz for access at the main door.
- Please report to the reception desk, which is downstairs.
- We will ask you to be seated in the reception area.
- Once seated, we will ask you to complete any appropriate forms.
- A radiographer will collect you when it's time for your scan
- Read our FAQ on having a MR scan
- Read our FAQ on having a PET, PET-CT or PET-MR
- Directions to EIF-QMRI