Description
Why It’s Done:
This health check-up is done for the following reasons:
1. Early Detection of Diseases:
o Identifies risk factors or early signs of conditions like diabetes, hypertension, cardiac diseases, liver/kidney disorders, or thyroid imbalances.
2. Monitoring Health Status:
o Useful for individuals with existing health issues to track disease progression or treatment effectiveness.
3. Preventive Healthcare:
o Encourages timely lifestyle changes by detecting abnormalities before symptoms appear.
4. Baseline Health Data:
o Helps establish personal health benchmarks for future reference.
5. Cardiac & Abdominal Screening:
o ECG checks for heart rhythm and abnormalities.
o USG screens organs like liver, kidneys, pancreas, gallbladder, and reproductive organs.
o X-Ray Chest helps evaluate lungs and heart structure.
Preparation:
• Fasting Required:
o 10–12 hours of overnight fasting is essential (only water is allowed).
o Do not eat or drink anything other than water during this period.
• Clothing:
o Wear loose, comfortable clothes; you may need to change into a gown for imaging tests.
• Medications:
o Take regular medications only after confirming with your doctor. Avoid multivitamins and supplements on the day of the test unless instructed.
• Avoid Alcohol and Fatty Foods:
o Refrain from consuming alcohol or high-fat foods at least 24 hours prior.
• Pregnancy:
o Inform the technician if you are pregnant, as X-ray and some USG may need to be avoided or adjusted.
• Hydration:
o Drink plenty of water before the USG abdomen/pelvis if a full bladder is needed for better imaging.
