Our individual health risks depend on specific factors, including age, gender, environment, genotype and family predispositions, lifestyle choices, and many more. Therefore, the components included in our medical check-up will vary from person to person, and they will even vary for the same individual over time. As a general rule, the evaluation packages become larger with ageing: people over 40 should undergo a more detailed health assessment than those in their 20s. However, a typical check-up program includes:
- A review of your general health, medical history, pre-existing conditions, if any, habits, and lifestyle.
- Blood and urine tests to check up on the function of the thyroid, liver, kidneys, immune system, etc.
- Image tests like x-ray, ultrasonography or scans
- One or more physical examinations and consultations
Depending on the information obtained, the doctor may recommend additional medical tests and exams, such as cardiac and lung function tests, bone density screening, mammography, colon or prostate cancer screenings, eye exam, skin examination, etc. A routine health assessment may include a head-to-toe complete check-up and specific screening for particular diseases.
A health check-up is a kind of medical screening for healthy individuals. It involves medical tests, physical examinations, and health risk assessment. Its goal is to evaluate your general state of health and identify potential health issues.