General Medicine• Updated 21 October 2026
Preventive Health Check-up
A set of tests and checks for adults that can find common problems early, such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Results: 1–2 days Specimen: Blood and urine
Quick Summary
Primary Purpose
To catch health problems before symptoms start.
What It Measures
Typically blood pressure, BMI, blood sugar, cholesterol, kidney and liver tests, blood count and urine test.
Preparation
Fast for 8–12 hours for blood sugar and cholesterol.
Overview
The right tests depend on your age, sex and risk factors.
More tests aren't always better; discuss what you need with a doctor.
What It Measures
Blood pressure and BMI
Heart and weight risk.
Blood tests
Sugar, cholesterol, kidney, liver.
How It's Performed
- 01
Fast
As advised.
- 02
Tests
Measurements and samples.
- 03
Review
Discuss results with a doctor.
Sources and further reading
Last updated 21 October 2026. For more detail, see these trusted health organisations.
- Health Checkup(opens in a new tab) · MedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine
- NHS Health Check(opens in a new tab) · NHS