Essential Health Package

The essential health package combines crucial health tests in one package to provide an overall picture of your health. It contains all the tests from the basic health package and additionally includes routine urine analysis and vitamin tests. It helps detect certain underlying nutritional deficiencies and health conditions that may be present, even before symptoms appear. It may support timely lifestyle modifications and medical evaluation, where appropriate. Blood and urine samples are required for this package, with an overnight fasting requirement.

The following groups can benefit from the essential health package as part of routine health assessment:

• Adults who want to get a routine health assessment.
• Individuals with a family history of chronic conditions such as diabetes, thyroid conditions, heart disease, and liver or kidney disorders.
• People with risk factors such as obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, high blood pressure, smoking, and frequent alcohol consumption are at risk.
• Anyone following strict diets such as vegan or vegetarian diets, or those who may be at an increased risk of developing nutritional deficiencies.
• Individuals with pre-existing health conditions or those on long-term medications.
• Anyone requiring regular monitoring of parameters such as blood cholesterol, blood sugar, and others.

The tests included in this package can also help support the evaluation of the following symptoms:

• Persistent fatigue
• Dizziness
• Unexplained weight changes
• Shortness of breath
• Excessive thirst
• Changes in appetite
• High or low urine output
• Dark or bloody urine
• Palpitations
• Mood changes
• Energy level changes

• Anaemia - blood parameters included in the package may help detect different types of anaemia.
• Blood disorders - abnormal blood cell counts may indicate the need for further evaluation for underlying blood disorders.
• Infections - the test results may support the evaluation of certain bacterial, viral, or parasitic infections.
• Nutritional deficiencies - common nutritional deficiencies such as iron, vitamin D, and vitamin B12 can be identified.
• Diabetes - blood sugar tests can help screen for and monitor prediabetes and diabetes.
• Heart conditions - the lipid profile test helps assess lipid levels and estimate cardiovascular risk.
• Liver disorders - liver function tests can help assess liver function and aid in the evaluation of conditions such as fatty liver, jaundice, hepatitis, and other liver disorders.
• Kidney disorders - kidney function tests can help assess kidney function and support the evaluation of acute or chronic kidney disease.
• Thyroid conditions - thyroid function tests help detect and monitor thyroid conditions.

What to Expect Before the Test

• You need to fast overnight for at least 8-12 hours before the test.
• Avoid any food, beverages (except water), alcohol, smoking, or intense exercise before the test.
• Inform your doctor about all current medications and supplements.
• Drink a glass of water before sample collection, if you are required to provide a urine sample.
• Always consult your healthcare provider for any special instructions beforehand.

What to Expect During the Sample Collection

Two types of samples - blood and urine are required for this package, and the steps for the collection of both samples are explained below:

For the Blood Sample

• An elastic band is tied around your upper arm for better access to veins.
• The skin is cleaned with an antiseptic, and a small needle is inserted into the vein.
• The needle is withdrawn after the sample is collected, and a bandage is applied to the site to stop any minor bleeding.

For the Urine Sample

• Open the lid of the sterile container.
• Clean the genital area with gauze pads and wash your hands thoroughly.
• Urinate the first few drops into the toilet, then collect midstream urine directly into the container.
• Close the lid and hand the container to the lab technician.

What to Expect After the Test

• Both test procedures are generally safe, with minimal to no risk.
• Feeling dizzy for a few seconds after giving a blood sample is normal and resolves with a little rest.

Note: If you notice bruising, pain, swelling, redness, or a rash at the puncture site after the test, consult your healthcare provider.

The package includes 77 tests that help monitor your general health and the function of vital organs, and which are mentioned in the table below:

Complete Blood Count

Lipid Profile Test

Liver Function Test

Kidney Function Test

Thyroid Profile Test

Glycosylated Haemoglobin Test

Routine Urine Analysis

Fasting Blood Sugar Test

Vitamin D Total Test

Vitamin B12 Test

Serum Iron Test

Note: The normal reference ranges of the test may vary slightly from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of your lab reports.