What Is Included in Executive Physicals?
An executive physical is an intensive, thorough physical examination and evaluation of a person's potential for disease. This comprehensive physical, which can take anywhere from four hours to two days to complete, typically includes tests that are not routinely administered during regular physical examinations.
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Medical History
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A detailed medical history will help tailor the executive physical testing and examination to your individual risks.
Physical Exam
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A physician will perform a complete physical exam, including a rectal and prostrate examination for men and a breast and gynecological examination for women.
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Laboratory Studies
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Your specimen collections and blood will be tested for liver, kidney and thyroid disorders, as well as a number of diseases that aren't routinely screened for. Laboratory analysis will screen for cholesterol, lipid irregularities, and markers for colorectal and other cancers.
Testing
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Testing will include audiometry to assess hearing, spirometry to assess lung function, a colonoscopy for patients over 40 years of age, bone densitometry, and an eye examination with glaucoma screening. A mammogram is required for females over the age of 35 years of age. Basic scans will include a chest X-ray and full-body CAT scan.
Cardiac Assessment
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Your cardiac risk will be assessed through a resting electrocardiogram, a CT heart scan, as well as a nuclear or standard stress testing for patients over the age of 40.
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References
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