Blood and urine tests
These tests give us a lot of information about the functioning of the kidneys and liver, cholesterol levels, sugar levels, blood diseases such as leukemia can be excluded. Furthermore, signs of prostate cancer, thyroid function, as well as vitamin deficiencies and infections including STDs, can be checked. Depending on your individual state of health, other more specific blood or urine tests may of course be appropriate.
Echocardiography
The echocardiography or echo of the heart can answer the following important questions: is the heart pumping normally? What is the strength of the heart? Are the different atria/chambers dilated (e.g. ig.v. a heart muscle disease or high blood pressure)? Are the valves working properly, not leaking, not calcified? Is there excess pressure on the lungs? Are there any congenital heart defects?
Mammography and ultrasound of the breasts
A dipotry or "eye measurement" is the measurement of the glasses strength needed: don't forget to bring your glasses. A mammogram and/or ultrasound of the breasts can detect breast cancer at an early stage. An estimated 1 in 12 women get breast cancer sooner or later, and it is the leading cause of death in women between the ages of 50 and 69. It is recommended that every woman have this examination once every 2 years starting at age 50. If there are breast cancers in the family or you have an increased risk profile, it is possible that your specialist will recommend mammography from a younger age or at a higher frequency.
Bone densitometry
Bone fractures such as hip fractures can cause significant complications in old age and are even a major cause of death in old age. This can fortunately be avoided to a large extent by preventive and therapeutic measures vv 'weakened bone' or osteoporosis. With the help of a bone-sitometry or "bone measurement" we can determine the density of the bones and the degree of osteoporosis (osteopenia to osteoporosis). Thus, your specialist will check whether you are eligible for (reimbursement of) bone-supporting medication to avoid bone fractures in the future.
Scanning fat percentage and distribution in the body
This examination can be used to determine your body fat percentage and fat distribution. This can be a useful tool to evaluate and adjust the effects of your lifestyle changes under the guidance of our dietician.
Obesity
Obesity or colloquially overweight. In obesity, you have too much fatty tissue in the body. If you suffer from obesity or being overweight, then various health problems can surface. We will work with you during the consultation to find a way to combat these excess pounds. We do this in a medically sound way. Because excess weight can cause various health problems. Think of cardiovascular diseases. We will first perform some medical tests, as well as calculate your BMI and see what your options are. A healthy mind in a healthy body is always important.
