Health checkup for women: which tests matter at each age
Medically reviewed by Dr. N. S. Santosh Varma, MBBS, FIM, FIDM, FICCM · Reg. APMC/FMR 112686 · Reviewed October 2026
A routine health checkup for women usually includes a blood count (for anaemia), blood sugar, cholesterol, liver and kidney tests and urine, with thyroid, vitamin D and B12 often added. Cervical cancer screening and breast checks are advised at the ages your doctor recommends, and bone health becomes important after menopause.
Common checks by life stage
| Age | Often discussed with a doctor |
|---|---|
| 20s–30s | Blood count (anaemia), thyroid, sugar, cholesterol baseline, cervical screening as advised |
| 40s | Add yearly sugar and cholesterol, breast checks, liver and kidney tests |
| 50s and after | Bone health after menopause, heart risk, vitamin D, yearly full checkup |
Screening schedules depend on personal and family history. Your doctor decides what you need and when.
Why anaemia matters for women
Iron-deficiency anaemia is common among Indian women and can cause tiredness, breathlessness and poor concentration. A complete blood count is the simple first test.
What YIRA's checkup covers
YIRA's 70-test checkup includes the complete blood count, lipid profile, liver function, urine routine, blood sugar and creatinine. Thyroid, vitamin D, B12, cervical screening and breast imaging are not part of it; the doctor consultation can advise on them.
A YIRA Family Health Plan includes a 70-test full body checkup at home for one registered member, a doctor consultation for the family, a review of an elder's past reports, and dental and eye check-ups. Essential ₹999 a year (up to 4 family members registered); Complete ₹1,299 a year (up to 8, with ₹5 lakh accident cover for the buyer).
70-test checkup at home plus family care, from ₹999 a year
Essential ₹999 (one 70-test checkup, up to 4 family members registered) · Complete ₹1,299 (up to 8, with ₹5 lakh accident cover). Doctor consultation, dental and eye check-ups included. Pay after sample collection.
Frequently asked questions
Which blood tests should women get every year?
Commonly a complete blood count, blood sugar, cholesterol, and liver and kidney tests, with thyroid and vitamin D as your doctor advises.
Is a full body checkup different for women?
The core blood tests are the same. Women may additionally need thyroid, iron, vitamin D, cervical and breast screening at certain ages.
Can I book a home checkup for my mother?
Yes. Add her to a YIRA plan and our team collects the sample at her home, even if you live in another city.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. N. S. Santosh Varma (MBBS, FIM, FIDM, FICCM; APMC/FMR 112686). Prepared by the YIRA health team · Last updated 1 October 2026. This page is general health information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Reference ranges differ between labs; always discuss your results with a doctor. In an emergency, call 108 or go to the nearest hospital.