ASSESSMENT INCLUDES

Medical history
Detailed review by a female doctor, if preferred, of your medical history, full gynaecological history, family medical history, social history, occupational history and lifestyle.

Stress analysis
Overall review of stress related issues though sensitive discussion with the doctor plus the use of a validated questionnaire, to promote the early detection of stress.

Doctors consultation
We ensure that there is plenty of time to discuss particular issues or concerns with the doctor.

Doctors medical examination
Includes examination of the heart, lungs, abdomen, central nervous system, skin, ear, nose and throat, pulse rate and blood pressure at rest. Height, Weight and Body Mass Index.

Breast examination and instruction on ‘Breast awareness’

Urine analysis
Includes tests for protein, blood, sugar, ketones, infections, pus cells, bile pigments, pH and nitrites.

Full blood analysis
A comprehensive analysis examining total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL cholesterol and liver, kidney and thyroid function. Other tests include those for gout, diabetes, metabolic disorders, infection, anaemia and other chronic diseases.

Cervical Smear and Pelvic examination
Thin Prep cytology uses the latest technique for sampling cervical cells, being more effective than the conventional PAP Smear for the detection of abnormal cells and the reduction of inadequate specimens.

Cardio-vascular risk assessment

Health Promotion literature

Personal medical report
Includes an overall review of results, a personalised health action plan and advice on any relevant medical and lifestyle issues.

OPTIONAL TESTS

High Vaginal Swab
Indicated when symptoms or signs of vaginal infection are present to identify infections such as Candida (commonly known as thrush).

Bowel Cancer Test
This detects the presence of blood in the stool and is recommended for patients over the age of 45. For those with a strong family history of bowel cancer, the option of referral for a colonoscopy will be discussed and advised upon where appropriate.

Mammography
- Conventional X-ray mammogram
- Digital mammogram

Regular mammography screening has been shown to reduce breast cancer mortality by up to 30-50%. It is recommended once every 2 years for women over the age of 40 or earlier if clinically indicated or if there is a family history of breast cancer. State-of-the-art digital mammograms are superior in quality and offer several benefits.

• The potential to lower the dose of ionising radiation to the breast.
• Especially suitable for examining dense breast tissue, typically found in younger women, being able to produce greater clarity than conventional screen mammogram.
• Rapid display and superior image quality leads to reduced need for repeated examinations due to technical inconsistencies.
• Electronic archiving allows rapid storage and recovery of previous examinations for review, avoiding the frustration and potential dangers of lost films.

Exercise Electrocardiogram
An exercise or stress electrocardiogram provides information about the electrical conduction and blood flow of the heart during exercise. As well as being an assessment of cardio-vascular fitness, it particlarly assists in the diagnosis of underlying coronary artery disease, high blood pressure and irregular heart rhythms. This test is recommended biennially in women over 55 years of age and annually when cardiac risk factors are present. The results are reported on by a Consultant Cardiologist with appropriate management advice.