Back to Blog
Preventive Health

Preventive Health Checkups in India: What to Get and When

6 min readBy Doctorato Health Team
Preventive Health Checkups in India: What to Get and When

Prevention is better than cure. Here's a complete guide to essential health screenings by age group — and why regular checkups can save your life.

Studies show that 70% of chronic diseases in India are preventable with early detection. Yet fewer than 15% of Indians get regular health checkups. Here's what you should be testing and when.

Checkups for Ages 20–35

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)
  • Blood glucose (fasting)
  • Lipid profile
  • Blood pressure check
  • BMI and weight assessment
  • Eye and dental checkup annually

Checkups for Ages 35–50

  • All of the above, plus:
  • HbA1c (diabetes screening)
  • Thyroid function test (TSH)
  • ECG (heart health)
  • Liver function test
  • Kidney function test
  • Vitamin D and B12 levels

Checkups for Ages 50+

  • All of the above, plus:
  • Colonoscopy (every 5–10 years)
  • Bone density scan (DEXA)
  • PSA test for men (prostate)
  • Mammogram for women
  • Chest X-ray
  • Echocardiogram

Book Lab Tests on Doctorato

Doctorato's lab services section lists all major diagnostic tests with pricing. Book online and get results delivered digitally.

D

Doctorato Health Team

Healthcare Editors · Doctorato

Find a Verified Doctor on Doctorato

Book a clinic visit, online consultation, or on-call appointment — same day, any city.

Find a Doctor

More Health Articles

How to Find the Best Cardiologist in Delhi & Noida in 2026
Specialty Guide

How to Find the Best Cardiologist in Delhi & Noida in 2026

Read article
Online Doctor Consultation in India: Everything You Need to Know (2026)
Healthcare Trends

Online Doctor Consultation in India: Everything You Need to Know (2026)

Read article
How to Book a Doctor Appointment Online in India Without the Wait
Patient Guide

How to Book a Doctor Appointment Online in India Without the Wait

Read article