How Important are Routine Blood Tests?

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Routine blood tests like Complete Blood Count(CBC), Basic Metabolic Panel(BMP) which include levels of glucose, calcium and electrolytes (sodium, potassium and chloride), Lipid Panel, Liver Function Tests and Thyroid Function Tests are crucial to screen for diseases, assess organ functions and monitor overall health.

Why are they important?

  • Early disease detection
  • Monitoring chronic conditions
  • Assessment of organ functions
  • Identify nutritional deficiencies and imbalances
  • Preventive care

Are you someone who does routine blood tests? Share your insights on this.

MBH/AB

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Yeah routine blood checkups are important,i would do every 6 months

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Routine blood tests might feel basic, but they often reveal issues long before symptoms appear. Prevention and early detection really do make all the difference.

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Routine check up has to be incorporated into our lives.

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Yes it’s true regular blood test detects the pre-assumpttion of disease via diagnostic it early.

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It should be mandatory to have routine blood test for everyone.
It will help early detection of disease or any changes that happening in our body .

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They can help maintain a record of any condition before symptoms appear. Prevention is better than a cure. The Question should stand: Is this idea feasible for every common person?

Age > 40, Essential screening includes blood test (cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid, renal panel), blood pressure, eye test, and dental care.

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Yes, routine blood checkup are important because not all underlying conditions can be detected physically in early stages.