Common Variables in Health Check-up Reports

The human body's organ systems function much like a machine or a car, requiring regular inspections to identify wear and tear or damage. Regular maintenance ensures optimal condition and a long service life. Therefore, an annual health check-up is essential to detect diseases that may not show symptoms in the early stages. Early detection significantly increases the effectiveness of treatment.

What do we examine during a health check-up?

Test Item		Purpose / Benefits
Physical Examination	PE	A detailed physical assessment by a physician to examine various organs such as the lungs, ears, throat, and nose, as well as checking heart rhythm and pulse for abnormalities.
Blood Pressure	Blood Pressure	Measures the pressure of blood in the arteries during heart contraction (systolic) and relaxation (diastolic). A reading higher than 140/90 mmHg is considered abnormal. If consistently high, it is diagnosed as "Hypertension."
Chest X-ray	Chest X-ray	Examines the condition of the lungs, pleura, heart, and chest cavity bones to find abnormalities such as tuberculosis, tumors, emphysema, or an enlarged heart.
Complete Blood Count	CBC	Checks blood concentration to indicate anemia, examines red blood cell morphology (Thalassemia), platelet count, and abnormal white blood cell levels/types which may indicate infection or blood cancer.
Fasting Blood Sugar	FBS	Used to screen for Diabetes.
Blood Lipid Levels (Cholesterol)	Cholesterol	Checks if cholesterol levels are too high. Excessive levels can cause arterial narrowing or blockage, leading to heart disease, hypertension, or stroke.
Blood Lipid Levels (Triglyceride)	Triglyceride	Checks for blood fats that may cause coronary or cerebral artery disease. High levels are often caused by excessive starch/sugar intake, lack of exercise, or alcohol consumption.
High-Density Lipoprotein	HDL	"Good" cholesterol that carries excess cholesterol from tissues back to the liver for breakdown. Low HDL levels increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Low-Density Lipoprotein	LDL	"Bad" cholesterol. High levels are associated with a high risk of heart disease.
Kidney Function	BUN, Creatinine	Measures chemical levels in the blood to evaluate the kidneys' ability to excrete waste and screens for kidney deterioration or failure.
Liver Function	SGOT, SGPT	Measures liver enzymes. Levels higher than normal may indicate hepatitis or liver inflammation.
Detailed Liver Function	Alkaline Phos., Bilirubin	Screening for liver or biliary tract abnormalities such as jaundice or bile duct obstruction.
Blood Uric Acid	Uric acid	High uric acid can lead to Gout (joint inflammation) and may cause kidney stones.
Urinalysis	Urinalysis	Detects abnormalities in the urinary system resulting from diabetes, nephritis, cystitis, or urinary tract stones.
Stool Examination	Stool Exam.	Examines the digestive system and bowel movements for abnormalities or parasites.
Electrocardiogram	EKG	Screens for heart abnormalities such as arrhythmias, an enlarged heart, or myocardial ischemia (lack of blood flow to heart muscle).
Upper Abdominal Ultrasound	U/S Upper Abdomen	Examines internal organs in the upper abdomen, including the liver, spleen, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, and major blood vessels.