The case for annual screening
Most serious conditions — diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and many cancers — develop silently for years before causing symptoms. An annual health screening is the simplest, most affordable way to catch these conditions while they are still easy to manage.
What a typical screening covers
- Blood tests — full blood count, fasting glucose, HbA1c, lipid profile, liver and kidney function.
- Cardiovascular checks — blood pressure, resting ECG, and a doctor review.
- Cancer markers — age- and gender-appropriate (e.g. PSA, mammogram, Pap smear, FIT/stool test).
- Imaging — chest X-ray and ultrasound where indicated.
- Doctor consultation — to interpret results and recommend next steps.
Who should get screened
Adults 30 and above benefit from yearly screening. People with a family history of heart disease, diabetes, or cancer should start earlier and screen more comprehensively.
How to choose a package
Look for a package whose tests match your age, gender, and personal risk profile — not the cheapest or the most expensive. Use CheckUp Asia's comparison tool to see exactly which tests each hospital includes and how they overlap.