Health Screenings You Should Do in 2026

Taking care of your health starts with understanding your body. Regular health screening in Singapore helps you spot potential issues early, understand how your body is doing, and make smarter choices for your lifestyle.

What’s right for you depends on factors like age, gender, family history and your overall health profile, but there are several checks many adults may benefit from.

Here’s a guide to the essential checks to consider in 2026.

1. Liver Function Tests

Your liver quietly filters toxins, processes nutrients and supports metabolism. Blood tests that measure liver enzymes can give insight into how well it’s coping, including:

• SGOT (AST) – Checks for AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase)
• SGPT (ALT) – Checks for ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase)
• GGT – Checks gamma‑glutamyl transferase

Higher than expected levels may suggest liver damage or dysfunction, or other health conditions.

2. Lipid Panel & Cholesterol Screening

Blood fats are important for energy and overall health. A cholesterol screening typically measures:

• Total Cholesterol – Overall fat in your blood
• HDL (“Good” cholesterol) – Helps remove excess cholesterol
• LDL (“Bad” cholesterol) – Can build up in your arteries
• Triglycerides – Stored energy; levels can rise with diet or lifestyle
• Cholesterol Ratio – Balance between good and bad cholesterol

These checks can guide diet, exercise, and lifestyle choices for better heart health.

3. Blood Sugar and Diabetes Screening

High blood sugar often shows no obvious symptoms. Regular monitoring of blood glucose and HbA1c helps detect prediabetes or diabetes early. Regular monitoring enables timely lifestyle adjustments.

4. Kidney and Liver Function

Kidneys and liver work tirelessly to balance fluids and eliminate waste. Screening markers like urea, creatinine, eGFR, and liver proteins help assess how well these systems are functioning. Including them in your screening provides a broader picture of metabolic and organ health.

5. Thyroid and Hormone Checks

Your thyroid plays a key role in energy, metabolism and mood. Tests like TSH and Free T4 can detect imbalances that may affect how you feel each day. These are commonly included in comprehensive blood test panels.

6. Cardiac Screening

Heart health deserves attention even when you feel well. Cardiac screening or cardiac health screening looks for signs that might indicate early cardiovascular risk. This often includes:

• ECG – measures electrical activity of the heart
• Lipid panel (as above)
• hsCRP – C‑reactive protein, a marker related to inflammation and cardiac risk

These tests together help indicate whether further follow‑up is needed.

7. Other Essential Tests

Depending on your age, gender, and personal risk factors, you may also consider:

• Bone & joint health – Tests like calcium, uric acid, and phosphate give insight into your bone strength and joint health, helping detect early signs of conditions like osteoporosis or gout.
• Cancer markers – Markers such as PSA (prostate), CA125 (ovary), and CEA (colon) can indicate early changes in organs where certain cancers may develop. These tests are usually recommended based on risk factors or symptoms, and are not part of routine screening for everyone.
• Immunology and infection screenings – Tests for infections like hepatitis A and B, or H. pylori, can identify conditions that may silently affect liver function, digestion, or overall immunity.

Including these additional checks provides a broader view of your health and helps you take preventive action where necessary.

Take Charge of Your Health in 2026

Regular health screenings help you get a clear picture of important health markers, from liver and kidney function to blood sugar, cholesterol, and heart health.

For a comprehensive start to the year, our New Year Clarity Program offers a full suite of tests and a personalised consultation to help you understand your results and plan your health goals.

Whether you’re doing routine checks or a more in-depth assessment, knowing your numbers gives you the insight to take action early and look after your long-term wellbeing.

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