Senior Health: Essential Tests for People Over 60

After 60, the body's repair mechanisms slow down and chronic conditions become more prevalent. Regular comprehensive testing isn't optional — it's essential for maintaining quality of life.

Priority Tests for Seniors

Every 6 Months

• Fasting Sugar & HbA1c: Diabetes monitoring
• Blood Pressure: Cardiovascular health
• CBC: Anaemia and infection screening

Annually

• Complete Lipid Profile: Heart disease prevention
• Liver & Kidney Function: Organ health monitoring
• Thyroid Profile: Metabolism assessment
• Vitamin D, B12, Calcium: Nutritional status
• Electrolytes: Sodium, potassium balance
• Uric Acid: Gout and kidney health
• ECG: Heart rhythm assessment

Cancer Screening

• PSA (Men): Prostate health
• CA-125 (Women): Ovarian marker
• CEA: General cancer marker

Special Considerations for Seniors

• Medication monitoring (many drugs affect liver/kidney)
• Fall risk assessment (bone health testing)
• Cognitive health monitoring
• Vision and hearing checks

Home Collection for Seniors

Visiting a lab can be difficult for seniors. Our home collection service is designed with elderly patients in mind — gentle phlebotomists, comfortable home environment, no travel stress.

Our ADC Supreme Panel covers all essential senior tests. Book now at Aarvak Diagnostics.