Nurse Consultation
You will have plenty of time to discuss any concerns et cetera with the nurse.
Personal Medical Report
Includes an overall review of results, a personalised health action plan and advice on any relevant medical and lifestyle issues.
Medical History
Detailed review of medical history, also family, social, occupational history and lifestyle, also gynaecological history taken for women.
Lifestyle Assessment
Assessment of nutrition, exercise, alcohol, and general balance of life.
Stress Analysis
Overall review of stress related to lifestyle issues
Height and Weight Analysis
Calculates Body Mass Index and body fat percentage
Blood Pressure Measurements
Important for monitoring heart conditions
Urine Analysis
Includes tests for protein, blood, sugar, ketones, infections, pus cells, pH and nitrites.
Full Blood Analysis
A comprehensive analysis examining total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL cholesterol and liver, kidney and thyroid function. Other tests include those for gout, diabetes, metabolic disorders, infection, anaemia and other chronic diseases.
Testicular Awareness
Self-awareness discussed and taught
Breast Awareness
Self-awareness discussed and taught
Breast Examination
Examination of breast to check for lumps or abnormalities
Health Promotion Literature
We have plenty of resources to offer for your health care programme
Rubella Screen
An immunity test for German measles
Immunisation History
History taken and advice given with any vaccination recommendations
Resting ECG
The resting ECG looks at the electrical activity of the heart at rest and can help find silent heart problems as well as those where symptoms are present.
Cardiovascular Risk Assessment
Uses the Frammingham Risk Assessment guidelines to estimate a 10 year risk for “hard” coronary heart disease outcomes (myocardial infarction and coronary death). These guidelines are designed to estimate risk in adults aged 20 and older who do not have heart disease or diabetes.
Bowel Cancer Test
This detects the presence of blood in the stool and is recommended for patients over the age of 45. The option of referral for a sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, or virtua lcolonoscopy will be discussed and advised upon where appropriate.
Prostate Cancer Test
Screening for prostate cancer is by measurement of the PSA (prostate specific antigen) together with digital rectal examination. It is recommended for patients over 45 and those with a family history of prostate cancer.
Cervical Smear And Pelvic Examination
Thin Prep cytology uses the latest technique for sampling cervical cells being more effective than the conventional PAP Smear for the detection of abnormal cells and the reduction of inadequate specimens.
If clinically indicated, HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) gonorrhoea and Chlamydia (one of the causes of infertility) can be tested for at extra.
Ovarian Cancer Tests
The CA125 tumour marker and high resolution colour Doppler scanning are both used to help detect ovarian cancer (organized at Spire or Nuffield Hospitals in Leicester).
Thyroid Function Blood Tests
Thyroid Disease can be silent in its early stages and is also a great mimicker of disease.
HIV Screen
A combined blood test which includes detection of antibodies the HIV 1 and 2 viruses and the HIV p24 antigen. The benefit of having a test for the p24 antigen is that it allows earlier detection of HIV infection from as soon as 4 weeks after contact, compared to 12 weeks when it is omitted. Other tests for sexually transmitted infections can be organized after discussion with the nurse.
Chlamydia Screen
A common and treatable form of sexually transmitted disease
Hpv (Human Papilloma Virus) Screen
Indicated in women with mild abnormalities detected at routine cervical screening or those with a previous history of abnormal cervical smears. HPV detection is a more sensitive marker for cervical disease then cervical smears alone.
Extra Blood Tests
There are a multitude of other tests which can be carried out and if you have any particular health worries the doctor will suggest further tests that may be appropriate.
Urethral Swab
Indicated when symptoms or signs of urethral infection are present to identify infections such as Candida (commonly known as thrush), bacterial infections, HPV (Human Papilloma Virus, commonly known as wart virus), Gonorrhoea.
24 Hour BP Analysis
Wrist monitor given for 24 hour ambulatory blood pressure analysis. Results electronically received and analysed at the surgery.
X-rays, Ultrasound And Other Imaging
State of the art imaging such as EBT scans, referrals for CT & MRI imaging.
Mammography
Regular mammography screening has been shown to reduce breast cancer mortality by up to 30-50%. These can be carried out annually over the age of 40 years. Under 40 years they can only usually be done if you have a family history of cancer. Please discuss this with the doctor.
HVS (High Vaginal Swab)
Indicated when symptoms or signs of vaginal infection are present to identify infections such as Candida (commonly known as thrush), bacterial infections and Gonorrhoea.
HPV Vaccination (Human Papillomavirus)
Will reduce your risk of contracting this virus via sexual intercourse. We can offer this vaccination to you here. Please ask our staff about it when you book or during your consultation
Nutritional Blood Tests
Can detect vitamin, mineral and other micronutrient deficiencies.
Prescriptions
Private prescriptions can be given for any medication required. Some medicines are available directly from the practice.