This is a comprehensive assessment of your health status which includes a questionnaire, completed and submitted in advance of your appointment, an initial assessment carried out by our practice nurse and a consultation with one of our doctors.
Indices measured by our practice nurse;
> BP
> Height
> Weight
> BMI
> Urine analysis
> Abdominal girth
> Fasting blood tests
Fasting Blood Tests;
> Full Blood Count (FBC)
> Liver Function Tests (LFTs)
> Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs)
> Cholesterol/Lipid Profile
> Fasting Blood Glucose
> Serum Ferritin
> Iron Studies
> Bone Profile
> Folic Acid
> Vit. B12 level
> +/- Prostate Specific Antigen (age dependent)
Discussion with Lifestyle Advice and Physical Examination:
> Cardiovascular System
> Respiratory System
> Gastrointestinal System
> Testicular Examination
> +/- Prostate Examination (age dependent)
> Skin
> Mental Health
> +/- Referral for a Chest X-ray or ECG free of charge if deemed appropriate
A written report containing an interpretation of the ‘Men’s Health Check’ findings will be issued to your address within 14 working days.
The cost of the Men’s Health Check is €180. Any additional investigations or follow up consultations are not covered by this cost but we do offer a reduced rate to ‘Men’s Health Check’ patients for 24 hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring if it is clinically required.