Saed News: Paying attention to health, based on the famous motto "prevention is better than cure," is something that should not be ignored. Regular tests and check-ups can, in turn, help with early detection.
According to Saed News and citing Parsineh:
Doctors believe that medical tests should be performed at specific intervals. Medical tests are not just for older age groups, and individuals should start monitoring their health from a young age. Regular medical check-ups, across all age groups, help detect physical problems early, making it easier to address them effectively.
In individual check-ups, every 3 to 4 months, the person, either alone or with a family member, should examine the skin of their hands, scalp, fingertips, around the nail roots, and under their armpits. Any changes in the shape or color of moles or skin, or the appearance of red spots, indicates the need to consult a doctor.
The second method of medical check-up (laboratory and specialized) refers to laboratory tests, which have different categories and are generally divided into eight main groups. Some diseases cannot be prevented because their causes are unknown, or multiple factors might be involved in causing them. Early diagnosis of these diseases is crucial for enabling quick and effective treatment, reducing the disease's complications, and lowering medical costs. Therefore, even healthy individuals without any diseases or family history of illness should undergo check-up tests.
A full physical examination of the body
Laboratory tests
ECG and EEG
Eye exam
Exercise test
Blood lipid tests like cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL, and HDL.
Blood cell count tests (CBC).
Tests for diabetes, such as fasting blood glucose and hemoglobin A1C.
Liver function tests, such as bilirubin, liver enzymes, especially GPT, GOT, and albumin.
Thyroid function tests like TSH, T4, and T3.
Kidney function tests, such as urine analysis, urea, and creatinine measurement.
Blood electrolyte tests, such as sodium, potassium, and calcium levels.
Screening tests for malignant diseases, such as PSA for prostate cancer and Pap smear for cervical cancer in women.
Blood pressure monitoring
Cholesterol blood tests
Pap smear and pelvic exam
Mammography and breast cancer tests
Bone density tests
Blood sugar tests
Colon cancer screening
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Dental exams
It is important to keep previous check-up results. In many cases, comparing laboratory test results with previous ones significantly helps doctors diagnose diseases. Therefore, keeping and bringing previous test results when visiting a doctor is essential. Additionally, for the diagnosis of diseases such as AIDS, hepatitis C and B, etc., blood donation and periodic tests are recommended.
Some laboratory tests require fasting for 8 to 10 hours, though drinking sufficient water during fasting does not affect the results. It is also important to note that the consumption of certain medications may interfere with test results. Therefore, individuals taking specific medications should inform the laboratory staff when visiting.
