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Everything you Need to know about Full Body Checkup

A complete body checkup can aid in preventing health issues and detecting them early. Although this is an important aspect of maintaining our health, many people do not think getting a body checkup is necessary.

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Everything you Need to know about Full Body Checkup

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  1. Everything you Need to know about Full Body Checkup A complete body checkup can aid in preventing health issues and detecting them early. Although this is an important aspect of maintaining our health, many people do not think getting a body checkup is necessary. Over the years, getting regular health checks has proven to save the cost of treatments and extensive procedures for diseases discovered in their later stages. What is a full body checkup? A full body checkup is a complete health exam involving the liver, heart, kidney and lungs. It can give information on your current health status and identify any abnormalities in your body. Complete health checks can tell you if you are in the early stages of diseases such as high blood pressure, cancer, respiratory disease and cardiovascular disease. Everyone needs a complete body check at least once every year. Why is a full body checkup necessary? Here are some reasons why getting a complete health check is important. •Going for a whole-body screening can help you understand how healthy you are •People above 35 yearsneed complete health checks for optimum health. •A complete body check is necessary, especially for people with fatal health conditions like cancer, where early diagnosis can help manage or prevent the disease, improving overall health and lifespan •A complete assessment is a priority in the following instances: family history of an illness, history of a pre-existing condition, having a hectic or unhealthy lifestyle •Fast-paced living has led to increased stress, a risk factor for many health issues like depression, asthma, heart disease and diabetes. It is best to check your body regularly for these diseases

  2. •Innovative food processing methods have led to increased food contamination. Adulteration and high levels of pollution have also reduced immunity, making preventive health checkups necessary What test does a full body checkup cover? Complete body checks cover a wide range of tests. Your doctor may recommend certain tests during your complete body check, depending on your risk factors. Generally, a full- body check includes the following tests. •Lipid profile test •Vitamin check •Blood and urine tests •Thyroid function tests: T3, T4 and TSH •Cardiac system: ECG, 2D echocardiogram and chest x-ray •Kidney function: uric acid, blood urea and serum creatinine •Pulmonary lung function tests •Abdominal check: pelvis and abdomen ultrasonography •Hepatitis B tests •Diabetes tests: blood sugar PP and blood sugar fasting •Liver function tests: serum bilirubin, SGOT and SGPT •Eye checkup •CT calcium scoring •PSA •Pap smear and sono-mammography •CT screening of neck vessels (carotid) •CT coronary angiography (heart) •Bone mineral densitometry (BMD) •Total body fat percentage If you need a full body check, visit Medical Express Clinic today or contact our clinic on 020 7499 1991 to schedule an appointment.

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