Annual Health Screening Guidelines
What tests and annual health screenings should you be asking your doctor about? Here are some checklists with recommended tests to help you start the conversation with your doctor.
- Women Ages 18-39
- Women Ages 40+
- Men Ages 18-39
- Men Ages 40+
Screening checklist for women ages 18-39
Physical Exam
- Blood Pressure
- Height, Weight, and BMI
- Vision Check—this may be done by your primary care physician or optometrist
- Skin Check—a preliminary check by primary care provider or full exam by a dermatologist
Routine Blood Work
- Complete Blood Count*
- Basic Metabolic Panel*
- Thyroid Panel*
- Cholesterol & Lipid Panel*
- Diabetes Risk Assessment*
Women's Health Screenings
- Cervical Cancer Screening (ages 30 through 65)
- Either a Pap test every 3 years or the HPV test every 5 years depending on your health and sexual history
- STI Tests
- Yearly for under 25 and sexually active
- Yearly for over 25 and you have new or multiple sex partners
Other Important Health Checks
- Dental Exam
Immunizations
- Flu
- COVID-19 Vaccine and/or Booster
*Available to purchase on Labcorp OnDemand
Screening checklist for women ages 40+
Physical Exam
- Blood Pressure
- Height, Weight, and BMI
- Vision Check— this may be done by your primary care physician or optometrist.
- Skin Check— a preliminary check by primary care provider or full exam by a dermatologist
Routine Blood Work
- Complete Blood Count*
- Basic Metabolic Panel*
- Thyroid Panel*
- Cholesterol & Lipid Panel*
- Diabetes Risk Assessment*
Women's Health Screenings
- Cervical Cancer Screening (ages 21-65)
- A pap test and HPV test every 3 to 5 years depending on age, health and sexual history.
- STI Tests
- Yearly screening for ages 24 and younger
- Yearly screening for ages 25 and older based on sexual history
- Breast Cancer Screening
Screenings for 45+
- Colon Cancer Screening starting at 45*
- Osteoporosis Screening over age 50
- Chronic Kidney Disease starting at 60+
Other Important Health Checks
- Dental Exam
Immunizations
- Flu
- COVID-19 Vaccine and/or Booster
- Shingles may be necessary after age 50
*Available to purchase on Labcorp OnDemand
Screening checklist for men ages 18-39
Physical Exam
- Blood Pressure
- Height, Weight, and BMI
- Vision Check—this may be done by your primary care physician or optometrist
- Skin Check—a preliminary check by primary care provider or full exam by a dermatologist
- Testicular Exam (self-exam)
Routine Blood Work
- Complete Blood Count*
- Basic Metabolic Panel*
- Cholesterol & Lipid Panel*
- Diabetes Risk Assessment*
Men's Health Screenings
- STI Tests
- Yearly for under 25 and sexually active
- Yearly for over 25 and you have new or multiple sex partners
Other Important Health Checks
- Dental Exam
Immunizations
- Flu
- COVID-19 Vaccine and/or Booster
*Available to purchase on Labcorp OnDemand
Screening checklist for men ages 40+
Physical Exam
- Blood Pressure
- Height, Weight, and BMI
- Vision Check— this may be done by your primary care physician or optometrist.
- Skin Check— a preliminary check by primary care provider or full exam by a dermatologist
- Testicular Exam (self-exam)
Routine Blood Work
- Complete Blood Count*
- Basic Metabolic Panel*
- Cholesterol & Lipid Panel*
- Diabetes Risk Assessment*
Men's Health Screenings
- STI Tests
- Yearly for under 25 and sexually active
- Yearly for over 25 and you have new or multiple sex partners
- Prostate Cancer Screening Ages 50+
- Talk to you doctor: Age may differ based on family history
Screenings for 45+
- Colon Cancer Screening starting at 45*
- Osteoporosis Screening over age 50
- Chronic Kidney Disease starting at 60+
Other Important Health Checks
- Dental Exam
Immunizations
- Flu
- COVID-19 Vaccine and/or Booster
- Shingles may be necessary after age 50
*Available to purchase on Labcorp OnDemand
Purchase your own tests
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Women's Health Test
$199
This women’s health test gives you wellness insights from the inside out.
Men's Health Test
$199
This blood test for men offers a comprehensive look at your wellness.
ColoFIT Home Collection Test
$89
The Labcorp ColoFIT™ Home Collection Test is a trusted at home test recommended once a year for individuals age 45 and up at average risk for colon cancer.1
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) Test
$49
The CMP blood test measures key components for insights on your metabolism, liver and kidneys.
Standard Thyroid Test
$89
This thyroid blood test package can help give you insights into your overall health.
Cholesterol and Lipid Panel Test
$59
When it comes to heart health, measure what matters with this Cholesterol and Lipid Panel Test.
Diabetes Risk (HbA1c) Test
$39
This test helps determine if diabetes may be a concern for you.
Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test
$29
This CBC blood test is the first step to detecting illnesses that can affect your overall health.
