What Do the Numbers in Your "Annual Health Checkup Results" Reveal?

What Do the Numbers in Your "Annual Health Checkup Results" Reveal?

      Most people believe that being healthy means having no chronic illnesses, not getting sick, and not feeling unwell. This is just an initial observation or assessment. Individuals who seem healthy and lead normal lives might have hidden warning signs of future diseases without even knowing it, especially if they have never had a health checkup. Regular annual health checkups are essential indicators of health, helping us stay vigilant. Today, let's look at what the numbers in your "annual health checkup results" can reveal.

• Blood Sugar Levels : To screen for diabetes risk. Normal blood sugar levels are 70-99 mg/dl. If levels are between 100-125 mg/dl, there is a risk or tendency to develop diabetes. Levels above 126 mg/dl indicate early-stage diabetes.
  
• Blood Lipid Levels :
  > Cholesterol : This is the total fat level in the blood. High cholesterol levels above 200 mg/dl can cause blood vessels to harden, narrow, and block, significantly increasing the risk of heart disease.
  > Triglycerides : Levels above 150 mg/dl indicate a risk of fat blockage and blood vessel hardening, leading to conditions such as pancreatitis.
  > HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein) : Known as the good fat, HDL removes fat from the blood vessel walls for breakdown in the liver. High HDL levels reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. HDL levels should be above 40 mg/dl for men and 50 mg/dl for women, with optimal levels being over 60 mg/dl.
  > LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein) : Known as the bad fat, high levels increase the risk of clogged arteries in organs like the heart and brain. LDL levels should not exceed 130 mg/dl.
• Liver Function : Testing for liver enzymes to assess if the liver is functioning normally, indicated by SGOT and SGPT levels, which should be around 40 U/L. Another enzyme, Alkaline Phosphatase, indicates bile duct blockage; levels above 280 may signal liver cirrhosis, gallstones, or liver cancer.
  
• Kidney Function : Measures the level of waste the body can excrete. Normal kidney function levels are 5-20. Higher levels suggest potential kidney dysfunction.
  

      Health checkups are a preventive measure to detect diseases early. If abnormal results indicating the onset of a disease are found, doctors may prescribe medication or give specific advice for the condition, such as lifestyle adjustments impacting the patient's health. Further treatment by specialists may be recommended. Adhering to medical advice is crucial for maintaining good health. Don't ignore your doctor's recommendations, because we want everyone to be healthy. #Healthytogether Let's join hands for better health.

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