Q: What do I need to bring for a health screening?
A: Here are a few things you would have to bring
along with you if you intend to go in for a health screening:
- Latest medical records, laboratory results, X-ray films
- Letter of Guarantee from an approved company
- Passport (Foreigners)
- Exercise shoes and attire
It is better to avoid bringing in or wearing any valuable accessories
or jewels.
Q: Can I eat before my health screening?
A: You will be advised to fast six to eight hours
before the day of your Health Screening. Water is permitted. Consumption
of food affects the results for blood tests for glucose, cholesterol
or triglycerides.
Q: What should I do if I feel unwell before my
health screening?
A: Contact hospital staff if you experience any
discomfort.
Q: What if I get my period on the day I have a
health screening appointment?
A: Inform the doctor. You may not be able to get
a Pap Smear test done, as the presence of blood could produce flawed
results.
Q: Is health screening okay during pregnancy?
A: Inform the nurse if you are pregnant. Certain
tests or scans, like X-ray or Mammogram, are not recommended for
pregnant women.
Q: I want to know about a treadmill test.
A: A treadmill test takes about 45 minutes to an
hour (excluding waiting time). It is not advisable to have a heavy
meal before the test. Inform the nurse if you feel any discomfort
around your chest before your test starts.
Q: What is MSCT?
A: MSCT or CT scan or a CAT scan stands for Computerized
Tomography or Computerized Axial Tomography. It derives images from
different angles around the body and this information is then computed
to reveal a cross-section of the body’s tissues and organs.
Q: Will I get any instructions before an MSCT
scan?
A: You will be asked to remove your belt, watch,
etc and to switch off your mobile phone. It is advisable to be still
during scanning as any movement could result in the need for a repeat
scan. You should inform the nurse if you are pregnant or menstruating.
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