Full body packages - Are they worth the investment?

​The life we live is now fast paced, busy, chaotic and irregularly irregular for the majority. We often tend to ignore health when the going is smooth. It is however irresponsible to compromise on health. Modern diagnostics is now at your doorstep and more importantly the days of detecting illness in advanced stages is far behind. Disease prevention during the periods of wellness rather than illness has reduced disease burden and improved quality of life so as to reduce morbidity and increase working hours. Many diseases for example kidney ailments and cancers are detected extremely early on in the course through full body health packages which improves the overall economy of the Indian household and helps live stress free life-style.​

Why do a Full Body Health Checkup?

The Full Body Health Checkup is a customised list of tests done to monitor your overall health. The commonly done tests include a complete blood count (CBC) with ESR, Kidney function test (KFT) with electrolytes, liver function test (LFT), lipid profile, thyroid profile, total iron profile, diabetes screen including HbA1c and urine examination.

Chaotic lifestyles and irregular eating habits can negatively affect your health. Common ailments like Hypertension, diabetes, stress, anxiety, and a family history of chronic illnesses and cancers are major health concerns nowadays. These, if diagnosed late, may lead to severe complications. To avoid such critical health problems, it is advisable to undergo full body health checkups routinely. 

Frequently asked Questions (FAQ.s) about Full body checkups??

1.What are the commonly done tests under full body checkups?

Full body checkups can range from just a complete blood count to more complex tests like tumour markers. At Aster-labs we have tailored test packages for all ages and genders so as to cater to specific needs and requirements. The tests can include kidney function tests, liver function tests, lipid profile, blood sugar and HbA1c and urine tests among others. Your personal physician’s advice is sometimes required to ask for specific tests.

2.Are there any precautions to be taken before Full body checkups?

Your Laboratory or your physician will give you adequate information before performing tests. It is ideal to take an appointment before doing tests, where you will be informed to do tests after a optimal meal the previous night and usually 6 hrs of fasting will suffice. 

3.What is the usual illness that can be detected by full body checkups?

1. Diabetes is usually asymptomatic and can be detected by preventive checkups

2. Decrease in Hemoglobin is a good indicator to either menstrual irregularities or bleeding from lesions in organs which usually goes undetected until till late stages.

3. Chronic kidney ailments are usually detected by deranged serum creatinine and blood urea. 

4. An abnormal lipid profile can give a good indication to your cardiac wellness, but it has to be interpreted by your cardiologist in lieu with clinical findings

5. Full body checkups can include tumour markers in the elderly. These can help in alleviating symptoms and help in early detection of cancers like prostate and Colonic cancers.

Scenarios to help understand usefulness of full body checkups

A 35-year-old lady, mother of 2 toddlers did her full body annual checkup. The only test that was abnormal was her hemoglobin which was 7gm%. After a little prodding she agreed to meet her gynaecologist. Complete clinical evaluation was performed. She was informed of her menstrual irregularities which was dismissed by her earlier. A little nudge helped her understand the seriousness and now is doing well. 

An 18yr old did his first health checkup. He had elevated serum creatinine as the only abnormality. He was promptly referred to a nephrologist. After detailed clinical follow up including family history, he was diagnosed with chronic pyelonephritis due to congenital abnormalities. Regular treatment has helped him to enrol for hemodialysis and is now well.

A 65 yr old elderly gentleman did his annual check-up. His only abnormality was an elevated total leucocyte count. He was advised a few other anciliary tests which confirmed a Leukemia in the very early stages. He was referred for treatment and is now leading a happy life.

At Aster Labs, we prioritize accurate and reliable results, especially when it comes to your complete health checkup. Rigorous Internal and external quality protocols, modern technology and equipment, and expert analysis come together to provide you with reliable results for your complete health checkup. Your health decisions demand nothing less than the best, and that's exactly what we deliver: accurate insights that guide your path towards a healthier future.