Check-Up
Check-Up
A Check-Up (pronounced: chek-uhp) is a routine examination or assessment, typically performed by a healthcare professional, to ascertain the condition of an individual's health.
Etymology
The term "Check-Up" is derived from the English language, where "check" means to examine or inspect and "up" is used to indicate completion or finality. Thus, a "Check-Up" is a complete examination or inspection.
Definition
A Check-Up is a comprehensive medical examination that includes a series of tests performed to assess an individual's overall health and to detect potential health issues before they become serious problems. Check-ups are typically performed annually or biannually, depending on the individual's age, health history, and lifestyle.
Components of a Check-Up
A typical Check-Up may include, but is not limited to, the following components:
- Medical history review: The healthcare professional will ask about the individual's personal and family medical history to identify any potential health risks.
- Physical examination: This involves the examination of the individual's body for any signs of disease.
- Laboratory tests: These may include blood tests, urine tests, and other diagnostic tests to assess the individual's health.
- Vaccination review: The healthcare professional will check the individual's vaccination status and provide necessary immunizations.
- Health counseling: This involves discussing lifestyle habits, diet, exercise, and preventive measures to maintain or improve health.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Check-Up
- Wikipedia's article - Check-Up
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