Male routine physical examination items

The routine physical examination for men mainly includes physical examination, blood routine, urine routine, liver and kidney function, blood glucose and blood lipids, electrocardiogram, abdominal ultrasound, prostate examination, etc. These examinations are helpful for early detection of common health problems such as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia and prostate diseases.

1. Physical examination

includes measurement of height, weight, blood pressure, and calculation of body mass index to assess the degree of obesity. The doctor will examine the skin, lymph nodes, thyroid gland, cardiopulmonary auscultation, abdominal palpation, etc. Men over 40 years old are recommended to increase abdominal circumference measurement to determine the presence of abdominal obesity.

2. Blood tests

Blood routine tests include red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and other indicators, while urine routine tests include urine protein and urine sugar. Liver and kidney function tests include alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, creatinine, urea nitrogen, etc., which can reflect the functional status of the liver and kidneys.

3. Metabolic index

Fasting blood glucose examination can screen diabetes. Blood lipid examination includes total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and triglycerides. These abnormal indicators may indicate a risk of metabolic syndrome.

4. Electrocardiogram examination

The electrocardiogram can evaluate cardiac electrical activity and detect abnormalities such as arrhythmia and myocardial ischemia. Men who smoke for a long time, have high blood pressure, and high blood lipids should pay more attention to this examination.

5. Imaging examination

Abdominal ultrasound can examine abdominal organs such as the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and kidneys. Prostate ultrasound or digital rectal examination can help detect prostate hyperplasia or tumors early. Men over 45 years old are recommended to have a check-up every 1-2 years.

It is recommended that males over 40 years old undergo a routine physical examination once a year, and those with a family history or high-risk factors may increase the frequency of examinations appropriately. In daily life, one should maintain a regular schedule, a balanced diet, moderate exercise, quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption, and control weight. If abnormal indicators are found during physical examination, timely medical review should be sought, and treatment or lifestyle adjustments should be made according to medical advice. Regular physical examinations can help men better understand their own health status, achieve early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases.