The periodic health examination. Of what real value is it?
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.
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
D001786:Blood Glucose; D008074:Lipoproteins