Medical Check Up
A health check up is a preventive procedure which ought to be taken every 5 years (under 40 years of age) and every 1-3 years (over the age of 40). This procedure evaluates a family's medical history and conditions and gives the patient a partial or complete medical examination.
Synonym
Medical check-up
About the Procedure
During your health check-up, your doctor may apply any or all of the following preventive tests:
• Screen for early detection of diseases
• Give vaccinations
• Prescribe medication
• Listen and advise on healthy activities/habits
• Evaluate your family’s medical background
• Examine your listening, visual and hearing skills
• Check your weight and height
• Evaluate your psychological well-being
• Check your blood pressure and cholesterol levels
• Examine your breasts
• Check your sugar level
• Take x-rays
• Take blood samples
• Perform a peripheral smear
• Examine your faeces and urine
• Perform ultrasound of your abdomen
• Check for deficiency of iron
• Ask about your appetite
• Ask about any alcohol/narcotics dependence
Types and Options
There are 3 types of health check-ups that may or may not be undertaken at the same time:
• Primary prevention: This is where vaccinations are given to protect against diseases such tetanus and measles.
• Secondary prevention: This is performed to examine for diseases.
• Tertiary prevention: This is in regards to advice on health management to prevent such diseases as liver or heart disease.
Benefits
This procedure is aimed at preventing or diagnosing any diseases to prolong longevity of life.
Planning your surgery
When planning your surgery, it is essential that you seek out a fully accredited, qualified and experienced doctor with a proven track record of success.
Preparing your surgery
Do not eat, drink or smoke for a few hours prior to the check-up.
Price range
BHT 950-6,500