Health screening is the process wherein an attempt is made to check out the health of an individual by way of physical examinations, tests, and other procedures as necessary. Health screening in London is done of seemingly healthy people to find out if they have any underlying indications for major diseases. Early detection of diseases, its treatment, and control of the disease helps people lead healthy lives with less risk of complications later on. The tests done here are screening tests and not diagnostic tests of a condition which is already suspected. Health screening in London initially checks out the height and weight to check out the Body Mass Index or BMI. Blood pressure is checked to see if the patient has hypertension.
Ten different parameters are checked through urinalysis. An ECG is done to confirm the efficacy of heart function and a vitalograph spirometer to examine lung function. Visual tests are done to ensure that your eyesight is sound and the patient does not suffer from color blindness. The stressometer checks out the mental health of the patient. Blood samples are taken by the technicians or nurses to verify the complete blood count, lipid profile and blood sugar levels.
Kidney function tests and liver function tests are also part of the screening tests. During health screening in London, the doctor examines the results of the tests and gives you a comprehensive report card of your health. Well woman and well man screening tests are also recommended periodically to keep track of your well being.
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