A check-up is a comprehensive health screening that evaluates an individual's overall health. It aims to identify risks before diseases appear, provide early diagnosis, and offer preventive healthcare services. Regular check-ups for healthy individuals are one of the most effective ways to prevent diseases in the long term.

What is Done During a Check-up?

The check-up program is customized based on the individual's age, gender, lifestyle, family history, and existing risk factors. It generally includes the following services:

• Physical examination and doctor evaluation
• Blood tests (complete blood count, cholesterol, blood sugar, liver and kidney functions)
• Urine and stool tests
• ECG (electrocardiography)
• Chest X-ray
• Eye, ear, and blood pressure checks
• Liver, kidney, and thyroid function tests
• Gynecological examination, smear test, and breast examination for women
• Prostate examination and PSA test for men
• Advanced imaging (ultrasound, MRI, CT scan) if necessary

What Are the Benefits of a Check-up?

• Early detection of diseases
• Identification of risk factors and taking preventive measures
• Improvement of quality of life
• Prevention of serious health problems in the long run
• Personalized health planning

Who Should Have a Check-up?

• Every healthy individual should have a check-up at least once a year
• For individuals aged 30 and above, regular screenings are more important
• Those with a family history of chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, heart disease)
• Smokers, those with a stressful lifestyle
• People with weight problems or sedentary lifestyles

How Often Should a Check-up Be Done?

• Once a year for healthy individuals
• More frequently for individuals with risk factors, as recommended by a doctor
• For individuals over 40, a more comprehensive check-up is recommended once a year