## Annual checkup for all men In addition to chronic diseases that need to be regularly monitored, the annual basic examination for men includes: - Clinical blood work: gives an idea of the general state of health and the presence of hematologic, infectious, and inflammatory diseases. - Biochemical blood analysis: shows the work of internal organs, level of cholesterol and glucose in the blood, and violations of carbohydrate metabolism. - General urinalysis: reflects the work of the excretory system of the body including the [kidneys](https://ul.orna.me/KOge/librarydisease?id=75) and urinary tract. - Ultrasound of the abdominal cavity: shows the state of internal organs to identify inflammatory processes and neoplasms. - Ultrasound of the scrotum: assesses the condition of blood vessels and blood flow. - Ultrasound CIMT (CIMT) of the carotid arteries: a marker of [atherosclerosis](https://ul.orna.me/KOge/librarydisease?id=112) and coronary heart disease. - ECG (or electrocardiogram): helps rule out ischemia, angina, arrhythmia, and other heart muscle disorders. ## After age 40 At this age, the following checkups are added to the previous basic list: - Cardiologic examination: includes the determination of proteins of the acute and subacute phase of inflammation of the heart muscle ([C-Reactive protein](https://ul.orna.me/KOge/librarybiomarker?id=465), lactate, troponin), creatine kinase enzyme, indicators of possible thrombosis, and various fractions of [cholesterol](https://ul.orna.me/KOge/librarybiomarker?id=57). - Ultrasound of the heart: shows the size of the heart cavities, thickness and mobility of the heart muscle, and structure and work of the valves. - Hormonal profile: it is worth starting with thyroid hormone, and if there are abnormalities, undergo a more complete examination, which the doctor will prescribe. - Gastroscopy and colonoscopy: doing these every 3-5 years helps to detect diseases and tumors of the stomach and colon. ## After age 50 - Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test: important for diagnosing prostate disease. - Cancer profile: includes the determination of cancer biomarkers, the most relevant for men, the increase of which is associated with the development of tumor processes. - Lipid profile: includes analysis of total cholesterol, high and low-density lipoproteins, and [triglycerides](https://ul.orna.me/KOge/librarybiomarker?id=19). - Functional pulmonary test (spirometry): detects obstructions and pathologic changes in the lungs, including cancer, which is especially important for smokers. > It is easier and cheaper to prevent diseases than to treat them. A 1-2 day annual checkup will allow you to monitor key health indicators and detect problems in time.