Tests everyone should get (all ages)
| Test | Why | Link |
|---|---|---|
| CBC | Anaemia, infection, platelet disorders | Read more |
| Fasting Blood Sugar | Diabetes screening | Read more |
| HbA1c | 3-month sugar average — more reliable than single reading | Read more |
| Lipid Profile | Heart disease risk (cholesterol, triglycerides) | Read more |
| TSH (Thyroid) | Thyroid disease — affects weight, energy, mood | Read more |
| Vitamin D | Deficiency in 70–90% of Indians | Read more |
| Vitamin B12 | Deficiency very common in vegetarians | Read more |
| Urine Routine | Kidney disease, diabetes, UTI screen | Read more |
Add these in your 30s
- KFT (Kidney Function Test) — Creatinine, urea, eGFR. Early kidney disease has no symptoms. Read more
- LFT (Liver Function Test) — Fatty liver is increasingly common from the 30s. Read more
- Uric Acid — Gout risk rises with age and dietary habits. Read more
- Ferritin — Iron stores, especially important for women with heavy periods. Read more
- ECG (not a blood test) — Baseline heart rhythm check
Add these in your 40s
- CRP (C-Reactive Protein) — Chronic low-grade inflammation is a heart disease risk factor. Read more
- HbA1c — Diabetes risk rises sharply in 40s, especially with family history or weight gain
- Eye check — Glaucoma and early diabetic eye disease screening
- Urine Microalbumin — Earliest sign of kidney damage from diabetes or hypertension
Add these in your 50s and above
- PSA (men) — Prostate health screening from age 50 (earlier with family history). Read more
- Bone Density (DEXA scan) — Osteoporosis risk rises for women post-menopause
- Colonoscopy — Colorectal cancer screening from 50
- Annual ECG and Echo — Heart structure and function
Special tests for women (at any age)
- Ferritin — Monthly blood loss from menstruation depletes iron stores
- LH / FSH / Testosterone — If irregular periods, hair loss or PCOS suspected. Read more
- Pap smear — Cervical cancer screening, every 3 years from age 21
- Mammogram — Breast cancer screening, annually from 40–45
Medical Disclaimer: This page is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor before making any health decisions.