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Preventive tests: the importance of regular medical examinations
Why is it necessary to undergo preventive tests?
Preventive tests help detect diseases in their early stages, when they do not yet have pronounced symptoms. Timely diagnosis allows you to avoid complications and begin treatment at an early stage, which significantly increases its effectiveness.
Regular testing is especially important for people with chronic diseases, hereditary predisposition to certain pathologies, as well as for those who lead an active lifestyle and seek to control their health.
The main reasons for taking preventive tests:
- control of the heart, kidneys, liver, endocrine system
- assessment of vitamin, microelement, and hormonal balance levels
- diagnostics of possible infections and inflammatory processes
- early detection of cancer risks
Medical research allows not only to maintain health, but also to prevent serious complications and avoid expensive treatment in the future.
List of preventive tests
Depending on your age, gender, and general health, your doctor may recommend a specific set of laboratory tests.
Basic tests that are recommended to be performed regularly
| Analysis name | What determines | Who is recommended? | How often to pass |
| Complete blood count | Detects inflammatory processes, anemia, infections | To everyone | 1-2 times a year |
| Biochemical blood test | Assessment of liver, kidney, heart, and glucose levels | Adults after thirty years of age | 1-2 times a year |
| General urine analysis | Detection of pathologies of the kidneys and urinary system | To everyone | 1 time per year |
| Lipid profile | Determines cholesterol levels | For men over forty, for women over fifty | 1 time per year |
| Thyroid hormones | Detection of thyroid disorders | For women over thirty | Once every 1-2 years |
| Vitamins D and B12 | Assessment of the level of vitamins that affect the condition of bones and the nervous system | For everyone, especially people with weakness, frequent colds | 1 time per year |
| Tumor markers | Help assess cancer risks | By doctor's prescription | Individually |
Additional tests for men and women
Men over the age of forty are recommended to have their prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels checked for early detection of prostate diseases.
Women are recommended to undergo a cytological examination (PAP test), which helps detect precancerous changes in the cells of the cervix.
How to properly prepare for taking tests
To obtain the most accurate results, it is necessary to follow certain preparation rules.
Before taking a complete blood count, you should abstain from eating for eight to twelve hours. On the day before, you should avoid physical exertion and stressful situations.
A biochemical blood test is also taken on an empty stomach; fatty foods and alcohol should be avoided the day before the procedure.
Hormone tests are taken in the morning, and in the case of sex hormone tests, according to the phases of the menstrual cycle.
Before taking a urine test, it is necessary to perform hygiene procedures and use a sterile container.
An analysis for vitamins and trace elements should be taken without prior intake of vitamin preparations.
Where can I get preventive tests?
Laboratory Medilab Plus offers a wide range of diagnostic tests to monitor health and timely identify possible disorders.
Advantages of taking tests at Medilab Plus
The laboratory is equipped with modern equipment, which guarantees high accuracy of results. Patients can receive results online or at the laboratory center.
You can also make an appointment in advance to avoid queues, and if necessary, you can use the home visit service of medical personnel.
Regular preventive tests allow you to identify possible health risks in time, avoid complications, and begin treatment at an early stage.
