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Preventive examinations should not be postponed. Men, like women, should have regular checkups, and the need for health checks increases after the age of 50. Even if we do not suffer from disturbing symptoms, this simple method of early detection of diseases should not be neglected. What tests does the male 50+ profile include?
What tests should be performed after the age of 50?
The basic set of tests profiled for men 50+ includes a number of blood tests and a general urinalysis. Systematic health diagnostics should include some of these tests after 30 and 40 years of age. Control visit at doctor with the results of general examinations is recommended once a year. This is a preventive measure that will help detect diseases at an early stage, and sometimes before they begin to develop.
- Get started early and go to general men’s screening today.
The increased risk of various medical conditions in your XNUMXs should encourage appropriate testing. If in doubt as to what steps to take, you can use special packages containing the necessary diagnostic tests for men of this age – it is a male 50+ profile.
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Research for men 50+
The test package profiled for men over 50 includes blood tests, including blood count, ESR, PSA, creatinine, urea and prostatic phosphatase measurements, as well as lipid profile measurements. The profile cannot do without a general urine test, which allows to assess the functions of the urinary system. If we go for tests on our own, it is necessary to consult a specialist afterwards. Only he will be able to correctly assess the results and diagnose the patient.
Na research profile for men 50+ consist of:
- Morphology. The standard examination in preventive health is morphology. Thanks to it, we learn about the levels of blood components, which in itself can tell a lot about the patient’s health. Abnormalities in the number of leukocytes, erythrocytes, or platelets are usually not enough to make a diagnosis. Therefore, it is important to mark other indicators as well. The price of a blood count usually does not exceed PLN 15.
- OB. Biernacki’s test is measured on the basis of a fasting blood sample. The test allows to diagnose some chronic diseases, inflammations, diseases of the blood system and protein disorders. The OB norm in men over 50 may be 1-8 mm / h, and after 60 up to 15 mm / h, however, it depends on the laboratory, and the result and its correctness require consultation with a doctor. We will pay about PLN 8 for the OB examination.
- PSA. The PSA (prostatic antigen) test is a screening test that detects inflammation and prostate cancer. Increased PSA levels may also indicate an enlarged prostate or occur with urinary tract inflammation or after some treatments and tests. Free PSA and total PSA tests can be performed, and the price ranges from 40 to 60 PLN. Find out what may be causing a dangerous increase in the result and the norms for the level of specific prostate antigen.
- Prostate phosphatase is one of the acid phosphatases and is measured after blood is drawn from a vein in the arm. It is used to diagnose prostate cancer, but abnormal values may also indicate leukemia, megablastic anemia, thrombocytosis or polycythemia vera. The price of the prostate phosphatase test is usually in the range of PLN 15-25.
- The lipidogram, including total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL, is an important study not only for people who practice unhealthy diets. Various factors affect the cholesterol level, so it is worth controlling it, especially with an elevated BMI. As for the norms in men over 50, the level of good cholesterol (HDL) should be above 40 mg / dl, and triglycerides should be less than 150 mg / dl. Acceptable levels of HDL and total cholesterol depend on general health and the prevalence of diseases such as diabetes. We will pay about PLN 20-50 for the lipid profile.
- Creatinine allows you to monitor kidney function, so its testing is important in men aged 50+. It is most often measured in blood serum, but sometimes also in urine. A significant and persistent deviation from the norm may indicate renal failure. The price of the creatinine measurement remains at the average level of PLN 7-10.
- Urea is a product of metabolism which is excreted by the kidneys, and its concentration in the blood should be in the range of 2,0-6,7 mmol / l. An abnormal result may indicate kidney damage or dysfunction, as well as neoplasms. The price for measuring the urea concentration is about PLN 8.
- The urinalysis is one of the most important tests for men in their 12s. It should be repeated at least once a year. On the basis of a simple test, many abnormalities can be detected – it is enough for the appearance of components in the urine that should not be present in a healthy person. Usually, the price of a general urine test is about PLN XNUMX.
- Fasting glucose can detect pre-diabetes or diabetes. If you are worried about the test result, you may need to change your lifestyle to maintain normal blood glucose levels. The price of a fasting glucose test is about PLN 10-18.
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Preparation for examinations – male 50+ profile
Before applying for the tests, make sure you understand the requirements for each test, as well as inform your doctor about the medications you are taking. General rules for blood and urine tests it is the appearance of an empty stomach on them. In the case of the lipid profile, a low-fat and easily digestible diet is also recommended the day before the examination, the last meal is eaten 14 hours before the blood sampling, we do not drink alcohol and avoid intense physical exertion.
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