HEALTH SCREENING GLOSSARY

A glossary of the health checks and tests included in our Executive Health Screening packages.

Standard Tests

Full Physical Examination

A detailed evaluation including a thorough physical inspection and various biophysical tests including height, weight, BMI.

Full Biometric Assessment

A comprehensive analysis involving measurements like blood pressure, pulse rate, visual acuity, and blood tests for cholesterol and blood sugar. These assessments offer an in-depth understanding of an individual’s health condition.

Kidney/Renal Profile

Consists of blood and urine tests to assess kidney health. These tests help diagnose conditions such as kidney disease, electrolyte imbalances, and urinary tract issues, guiding treatment and monitoring kidney function over time.

Liver Profile

The liver function tests assess liver enzymes and blood clotting function to diagnose and monitor liver diseases like hepatitis and cirrhosis.

Stool and Urine Tests

Stool Occult Blood Test

Screens for hidden blood in stool, aiding in the detection of gastrointestinal bleeding. To maintain accuracy, individuals should refrain from consuming specific foods like red meat, cauliflower, and broccoli three days prior to the test to avoid false positives. The presence of hemorrhoids or piles can also lead to misleading results. May be ordered when investigating unexplained anemia that may be caused by gastrointestinal bleeding.

Urine FEME

Full and Microscopic Examination of a urine sample, which provides a breakdown of the contents of your urine, and determines if there is too much protein, cells, sugar, or salts within the sample. Can help indicate presence of metabolic diseases such as liver disease and diabetes.

Microalbumin / Creatinine ratio

Checks for small amounts of protein called albumin and compares the level of albumin to creatinine in a sample of urine. May be ordered to look for signs of kidney disease.

Eye Tests

Visual Acuity

Assesses your ability to see clearly, typically by identifying letters or numbers on a wall chart, revealing conditions like myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism.

Colour Vision

A test which requires you to identify numbers and shapes within multi-colored dot patterns, aiding in the detection of color deficiencies.

Tonometry

Tonometry, measures eye pressure by administering numbing eye drops followed by touching the cornea with a tonometer or by using a tonometer to estimate eye pressure with a puff of air, with both methods being painless. Screens for glaucoma.

Retinal Photography

A diagnostic test that creates high-quality digital images of the inner, back surface of your eye. Screens for many eye conditions like diabetes-related retinopathy, glaucoma and macular degeneration.

Haematological Profile

Full Blood Count

A full blood count test looks at the number, types and sizes of different cells in your blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.

RBC carries haemoglobin, which is essential for the transport of oxygenated blood from the lungs to the tissues.
WBC fights infection
Platelets play an important role in the clotting of blood.

PBF, ESR

PBF assesses haemoglobin levels and morphology, aiding in diagnosing diseases like leukemia and anaemia.

ESR measures the rate of red blood cell settling over one hour, indicating inflammation rather than a specific disease.

ABO Grouping

The test determines your blood group, where your blood sample is mixed with antibodies against type A and B blood.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is crucial for cell metabolism, nerve health and preventing macrocytic anaemia.

Folate / Folic acid

Folic acid test measures red blood cell formation and the level of essential vitamins in your body.

Iron Serum

Iron is a mineral essential for making red blood cells which carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of your body. Measures iron in your blood.

Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC)

Iron travels through blood attached to a protein called transferrin. Test measures your blood’s capacity to bind to iron and transport it throughout your body.

Ferritin

Ferritin level reflects the total storage of iron in the body.

% Iron Saturation

Calculates the percentage of transferrin that is saturated with iron.

Hormonal Tests

Thyroid Function (FT3, FT4, TSH)

Thyroxine (FT4) and Triiodothyronine (FT3) are crucial thyroid hormones evaluated in blood tests to assess thyroid function, with imbalances indicating thyroid disorders.

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)

ACTH regulates cortisol, a steroid hormone controlling blood pressure, blood sugar, immunity, and stress response. Aids in identifying hormone-related issues.

Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

Test checks for levels of FSH which might diagnose infertility causes, when taken in conjunction with the other tests.

Leutenising Hormone (Female)

Test measures LH levels, crucial for reproductive functions in women and play an important role in fertility.

Interstitial-cell stimulating hormone (Male)

ICSH is important in your reproductive system and can impact testicular issues. Aids in diagnosis of reproductive and infertility issues in men.

Prolactin

Prolactin is crucial for bodily functions including blood vessel formation. Can diagnose prolactinoma and other sexual health issues.

Estradiol (E26)

Measures estradiol which facilitates the growth and maturation of female reproductive organs.

Testosterone

Test checks for levels of testosterone, the main sex hormone in men, as health problems might arise when it is too high or too low.

Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS04)

Dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS) supports reproductive functions across all sexes. May indicate different diseases, if taken in conjunction with other tests.

Cortisol

Checks for levels of cortisol, which influences stress response, inflammation reduction, blood sugar regulation, metabolism, and blood pressure control.

Vitamin D

Test may diagnose bone disorders and other issues, with deficiency linked to various health problems like cardiovascular disease and weakened muscles.

Bone Joint Profile

Uric Acid

High uric acid levels from protein breakdown can lead to kidney stones and gout. Test may diagnose hyperuricemia-related complications.

Rheumatoid Factor

Test measures blood proteins linked to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.

Calcium, Phosphate

Calcium levels are vital for nerve, muscle, and heart function, while phosphate regulates fluid levels and pH balance.

Antinuclear Antibody

Antibodies defend against foreign invaders, but antinuclear antibodies target healthy cells, potentially signalling autoimmune disorders where the body attacks itself, posing serious health risks.

Diabetes

Blood Glucose

Sufficient glucose is necessary for normal body function. Screens for diabetes.

HbA1c

Haemoglobin, found in red blood cells, primarily exists as haemoglobin A, known as glycated haemoglobin. Measures glucose control over past 90 days and helps to screen for the risk of diabetes.

Hepatitis

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A virus induces liver inflammation. Tests detect early (IgM anti-HAV) and past (IgG anti-HAV) infections in blood.

Hepatitis B

Detecting HBsAg indicates Hepatitis B infection, while HBsAb signals complete recovery from Hepatitis B. Boosters are recommended post-vaccination if antibody levels decline to maintain protection.

Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C causes liver inflammation and damage. Tests diagnose and monitor the infection.

Lipid and Cardiac

Total Cholesterol

Healthy cholesterol levels are vital for well-being. Diet and genetic factors affect cholesterol levels, raising the risk of heart issues like stroke or heart attack.

Triglycerides

Triglycerides store energy in the body, increasing with diets rich in starch, sugar, and oily foods, raising obesity and CHD risks.

HDL, LDL, Chol / HDL ratio

HDL, the “Good Cholesterol,” transports cholesterol to the liver, protecting against heart disease, while LDL, the “Bad Cholesterol,” raises the risk by depositing cholesterol on vessel walls. Higher HDL and lower LDL levels typically mean lower heart disease risk.

HsCRP

C-reactive protein (CRP) increases due to inflammation, infection, heart issues, or trauma, contributing to atherosclerosis. Test detects significant inflammation and assesses cardiovascular risk.

Troponin T

Test measures troponin levels in blood, indicating heart muscle damage when elevated. It aids in diagnosing heart attacks and detecting muscle damage promptly.

High Sensitivity Creatine Kinase

Creatine kinase (CK) is a key muscle enzyme, crucial for energy production in skeletal and heart muscles. Elevated CK levels signal muscle damage from heart attacks, injuries, or certain substances. The test diagnoses muscle damage-related conditions by measuring blood CK levels.

CK-MB

Creatine kinase-MB (CK-MB) found in heart muscle cells, is measured in the blood to detect heart damage. Elevated levels indicate heart muscle injury.

Tumour Markers

AFP (Liver)

A blood test that measures the level of AFP (alpha-fetoprotein) in a sample of your blood. It is usually used to help diagnose certain types of cancer and to check how well treatment is working.

CEA (Colon)

A CEA test is mostly used in people who have been diagnosed with cancers that often increase CEA levels, such as colon cancer.

PSA (Prostate) (Male)

A blood test to screen for prostate cancer in males.

CA125 (Ovaries) (Female)

A blood test to screen for ovarian cancer in females. Ovarian cancer encompasses diseases originating in the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or peritoneum.

CA19.9 (Pancreas)

Blood test to screen for pancreatic and biliary tract cancers, as well as colorectal, gastric, hepatocellular, esophageal, and ovarian cancer.

THCG (Testis) (Male)

A blood test to screen for testicular cancer in men. Testicular cancer begins in the testicleslocated in the scrotum, which produces sperm and testosterone.

CA15.3 (Breast) (Female)

A blood test to screen for breast cancer. Breast cancer is a kind of cancer that begins as a growth of cells in the breast tissue.

EBV EA-IgA (Nose)

A blood test to detect antibodies to the Epstein-Barr virus, to screen for Nasopharyngeal cancer, that occurs in the nasopharynx, located behind your nose and above the back of your throat.

Radiology Services

CT scans

A detailed imaging technique that combines x-rays and computer technology to provide cross-sectional views of the body, commonly used to detect internal injuries, tumours, or bone fractures and joint problems.

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MRI scans

Uses magnetic fields and radio waves to generate detailed images of organs and tissues, particularly effective for examining the brain, spine, and joints. It is also used for muscles, blood vessels, and nerves.

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Chest X-ray

A quick and simple imaging tool used to examine the lungs, heart, and chest bones to diagnose conditions like infections, fractures, or lung diseases.

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Ultrasound

Employs sound waves to create images of internal organs and soft tissues, commonly used for pregnancy scans, as well as evaluating abdominal organs and blood flow.

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Mammogram

A specialised x-ray used to detect and diagnose breast abnormalities, including cancer, by capturing images of breast tissue.

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Other Screens

Bone Mineral Density Test

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Resting ECG

A resting ECG involves the patient lying down with electrodes on the chest, arms, and legs to record brief heart electrical activity. Detects abnormal rhythms, conduction issues, and signs of heart damage but doesn’t assess the heart’s response to physical stress.

Treadmill Test (Stress ECG)

A stress ECG test involves patient exercise on a treadmill or stationary bike while heart rate, blood pressure, and ECG are monitored. Assesses the heart’s response to stress, revealing potential cardiac abnormalities or heart disease.

Spirometry

Spirometry measures lung function by assessing air volume and speed during inhalation and exhalation. Can help to diagnose respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Pap Smear / HPV Test (based on age) (Female)

A Pap smear involves collecting cells from your cervix and screens for cervical cancers for females aged 25 to 29 years old. HPV tests screen for cervical cancer in women over 30 years old.

Cancer Screening

LuceneINSIGHT: LucenceINSIGHT™, a multi-cancer early detection test is a ctDNA-based liquid biopsy test which screens for 10 common cancers in one blood draw.

Helicobacter Pylori, IgG Antibody

The blood test checks for IgG antibodies to H. pylori, aiding in diagnosing gastrointestinal issues. However, a positive result doesn’t always confirm such a condition.

Specialist Tests

Gastroscopy (Stomach Scope): Utilises a thin flexible tube (endoscope) to examine the upper digestive tract. Inserted through the mouth, the tube travels down the esophagus into the stomach and duodenum to visualize these regions.
Colonoscopy (Bowel Scope): An examination to detect abnormalities like swollen tissues, polyps, or cancer in the colon and rectum. Involves inserting a flexible tube (colonoscope) with a small video camera into the rectum to visualize the entire colon.

To book a specific health check or imaging test independently of an Executive Health Screening, a doctor’s referral or request form is required. If you do not have either, please consult a General Practitioner (GP) or your Specialist doctor to obtain the necessary referral.

Don’t Have a Referral? Schedule a consultation with our in-house GP at DA Orchard MedSuites ($65 Consultation Fee) for expert medical advice and guidance tailored to your unique health needs, including a referral for an imaging test, if deemed suitable. The fee encompasses both the initial consultation and a post-checkup review (where applicable).

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HEALTH SCREENING GLOSSARY

Standard Tests

Stool and Urine Tests

Eye Tests

Haematological Profile

Hormonal Tests

Bone Joint Profile

Diabetes

Hepatitis

Lipid and Cardiac

Tumour Markers

Radiology Services

Other Screens

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