title: The periodic health examination. Of what real value is it?
abstract: The periodic health examination for adults does not have the blessing of the entire medical community. In fact, screening for disease is quite a controversial subject, with adamant supporters pro and con. In this article, Dr Brewer shares his views--and those of others--as he assesses the value of common screening tests.
mesh_terms: D001786:Blood Glucose / Q000032:analysis; D003955:Diagnostic Tests, Routine / Q000592:standards*; D004562:Electrocardiography; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008074:Lipoproteins / Q000032:analysis; D008327:Mammography; D008487:Medical History Taking; D011594:Psychometrics; D013902:Radiography, Thoracic; D012129:Respiratory Function Tests; D012812:Sigmoidoscopy; D014626:Vaginal Smears
chemical_list: D001786:Blood Glucose; D008074:Lipoproteins