Definition

1. Noun:
   • A thorough physical examination: A medical checkup is a comprehensive assessment of a person's health conducted by a healthcare professional. It typically involves a series of tests and evaluations based on the individual's age, sex, and general health status to detect potential issues early and monitor overall well-being.

Usage

• A medical checkup is a routine or scheduled event, often recommended annually.
• It is performed by doctors, nurses, or other qualified medical personnel.
• The purpose is preventive care, early diagnosis, and health maintenance.

Examples

• Noun:
  • It is advisable to have a regular medical checkup once a year.
  • The company requires all employees to undergo a mandatory medical checkup.
  • During his medical checkup, the doctor checked his blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Advanced Usage

• "to go for a medical checkup": to attend an appointment for a physical examination.
  • She goes for a full medical checkup every two years.
• "to schedule a medical checkup": to arrange an appointment for a health examination.
  • I need to schedule my annual medical checkup.

Variants and Related Words

• Checkup (n): A common, shortened form of "medical checkup".
  • I'm due for my yearly checkup.
• Physical examination (n): A formal synonym; often used interchangeably.
  • The athlete passed the required physical examination.
• Health screening (n): A broader term that can include specific tests, often part of a checkup.
  • The health screening at the fair included vision and glucose tests.

Synonyms

• Physical exam: A common abbreviated term for a physical examination.
• Health check: A general term for an assessment of health status.
• Medical examination: A formal term for a clinical assessment.

Related Phrases

• Preventive checkup: A checkup aimed at preventing illness.
  • Preventive checkups are key to long-term health.
• Routine checkup: A standard, regularly scheduled examination.
  • The child is healthy and just here for a routine checkup.

Notes

• The term "medical checkup" emphasizes the systematic and comprehensive nature of the examination. It is distinct from a visit for a specific symptom or illness.

Noun

1. a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person