health check
Is this service for you?
A health check is an important part of looking after yourself. Our experienced nurses will go through a variety of tests with you to look at your cardiovascular risk, diabetes, and blood pressure as well as running a full set of observations.
Many NHS health checks are delayed due to increased waiting times, but really, we should all be having regular MOTs. Make your health a priority and book a private health check with us.
Is a health check worth it?
A health check can be incredibly beneficial as they can detect a potential condition long before you have symptoms. This private health check will also assess your risk of developing health problems and give you personalised advice on how to reduce your risk.
What happens on the day of my health check?
On the day of your appointment your specialist independent nurse will carry out the following checks:
- Lifestyle review and advice
- Full set of observations which includes the following:
- Blood pressure
- Breathing rate
- Heart rate
- Oxygen saturation
- Temperature
- Urinalysis - (urine test) which can detect the following:
- Glucose levels - a sign a diabetes
- Ketones - a little in your urine is normal, large amounts can be a sign of other conditions
- Infection - tests your white and red blood cells for signs of infection
- Blood tests - HbA1c test (diabetes) and a cholesterol test
Blood test results are GP reviewed, you will be given your results and advice on how to
improve or maintain your lifestyle.