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Every 10 years after age 50 if initial series and booster given earlier in life.

Annually starting at age 50.

Once, at age 65 (sooner if the patient has had a splenectomy or other high risk factors). Revaccinate at age 65 if first dose received before age 65.

Frequency

Desirable Value

Every 2 years, all adults

120/70 blood pressure
Body Mass Index* < 25
20 minutes exercise daily
* A measure indicating how much weight is muscle/bone versus fat.

Every 5 years for men, age 35-75
Every 5 years for women, age 45-75

Starting around age 40 for men and women; earlier if family history

Total cholesterol < 200
LDL < 100; HDL > 45

Blood Glucose < 126

Detects possible abnormal blood flow in heart via EKG while patient exercises on treadmill (with or without echocardiogram and/or isotope).

CT of the coronary arteries to detect calcium; may be appropriate for men and women age 45 and older with risk factors.  For appointments call 1.888.364.6400

Blood test for inflammation inside artery walls; high CRP level increases risk for heart attack.

Detects blockages in the main blood arteries to the brain and can help determine the risk for a stroke

Scans the abdomen for signs of aneurysms or weaknesses in the wall of the aorta, the main blood vessel that carries blood from the heart.

Through age 40; yearly after age 40 and after age 45, check for glaucoma.

Call our Glenview Eye and Vision Center to schedule appointments at 847.657.1860.

Colonoscopy: Considered the “gold standard” test; allows physician to view colon when patient is sedated using a flexible fiber-optic tube. Recommended for all adults starting at age 50, and at regular intervals thereafter (For people with family history of colorectal cancer, test may be given at an earlier age.)   Call 847.570.1299 to request an appointment for a colonoscopy.

Virtual colonoscopy (CT colonography): A CT scan of the abdomen, less invasive than traditional colonscopy. Still considered experimental, though it may eventually be proven acceptable for detection.  Call 847.570.1299 for information.

Low-dose CT scan of lung/spiral CT: Nationwide clinical trial is under way to determine whether this is an appropriate test to detect abnormal pulmonary nodules among current/former smokers, age 40 and older, and those exposed to asbestos.

Visual Exam by physician to identify a skin lesion or change in a mole; often caused by sustained exposure to sun causing burning/peeling.

Screening Mammogram: American Cancer Society Guidelines recommend baseline at age 40, annually thereafter.  Request an appointment for a screening mammogram.

Clinical Breast Exam: Yearly, as part of well woman exam.

Cervical Cancer

FOR MEN

Pap Smear: American Cancer Society recommends that women begin screening 3 years after start of sexual activity. After 3 or more consecutive normal annual exams, the Pap test may be performed less frequently at the discretion of her physician. Pap smears are generally done at the time of a pelvic exam.

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) and Digital Rectal Exam (DRE): Medical opinion varies regarding routine screening. Men age 50+ should discuss PSA testing with their physicians. PSA test is a blood test that may be helpful in identifying cancer; the DRE allows physicians to probe the prostate for lumps or growths. PSA is tested at age 40 for African-American men with a family history of prostate cancer.

To evaluate for osteoporosis; baseline around menopause. Every 2 years thereafter if evidence of osteoporosis; otherwise as physician directs.

Request an appointment for a bone density scan or call one of  our diagnostic imaging sites.

Age 65 and every 5 years thereafter.