These 6 blood tests are necessary for every woman after the age of 20, gynecologist told easy way to avoid serious diseases

Today’s women lead very busy lives. She handles her job, takes care of her family and also tries to fulfill her dreams. But amid all this, they often ignore regular checkups of their health.

In such Dr. Anita K Sharma, Senior Director and Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology Department at Max Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali Says that getting a health check-up done once a year is not just a formality, but an important way to stay healthy for a long time. Nowadays, lifestyle related diseases are increasing in women aged 20, 30 and 40, hence regular checkups have become even more important. By starting timely treatment of the disease, it can be prevented from becoming serious.

CBC
Complete Blood Count (CBC) gives information about the overall health of the body. This reveals anemia (blood deficiency), infection and immune system problems. Along with this, blood sugar, liver, kidney and cholesterol should also be tested once a year. These tests help in identifying diabetes, high cholesterol and early problems related to organs.

thyroid test
Thyroid problems are more common in women than men. In such a situation, thyroid problem can be detected quickly by blood test of TSH and sometimes T3 and T4. With timely detection, infertility, irregularity of periods and heart problems can be avoided.

cervical cancer screening
Cervical cancer is a disease that can be prevented by timely screening, yet many women lose their lives due to not getting screened. Doctors recommend getting a Pap smear test done every year after the age of 21 years.

breast examination
Women should self-examine their breasts every month and should get themselves examined by a doctor once a year. Women above 40 years of age or who have a family history of breast cancer should undergo mammography every year. If breast cancer is caught in the early stages, the chances of complete recovery are very high.

vitamin D
Nowadays, Vitamin D deficiency is found in many young women, because they go out in the sun less and stay at home or office most of the time. Problems like bone weakness and osteoporosis can be prevented by getting Vitamin D and Calcium tested once a year, and getting a bone density test done after 40 years.

Fertility and hormonal tests
Women who have periods must get themselves examined by a gynecologist once a year. This may include ultrasound, hormone testing, and screening for problems like PCOS, fibroids or endometriosis.