Screening tests identify certain diseases and conditions before symptoms appear so that treatment can be started early. See more information about the types of tests offered in Scotland and the conditions they look for via the buttons below.
Your screening appointments
You will be invited to be screened based on your age and/or sex. This is because you’ve a higher chance of developing certain diseases and conditions depending on your age and (sometimes) sex.
You will be invited to screening appointments by a letter sent to your house.
Make sure your GP practice always has your current address so that you are invited to the right screening programme at the right time.
Screening information for the transgender community
No matter which, if any, gender you identify with, it is important you’re aware of which screening services you’re eligible for. This screening information is provided to help you access the screening you’re eligible for.
Screening and your Community Health Index (CHI) number
Your Community Health Index (CHI) number:
- is a record of your date of birth
- identifies you as male or female
- is unique to you
All NHS screening programmes in Scotland identify people who are eligible for screening through their CHI number. The screening services you are called for will depend on whether your CHI number identifies you as male or female. Whether you wish to change your CHI number as you transition is your choice.
Read more here: Transgender screening in Scotland | NHS inform