Health Screenings and Tests

Health Screenings

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• Body Composition Screening

  Body composition screenings assess risks for obesity, and obesity-associated diseases. Weight Management includes confidential assessment will include height, weight, activity level, body fat, body mass index, and body frame. Basic educational materials will be provided with the assessment to each employee. One-on-one consultation with a fitness expert or registered dietician can be provided at an additional cost.

• Bone Density Screening

  We offer bone density testing using the Hologic Sahara Bone sonometer. This fast and painless test of the heel bone is used to evaluate osteoporosis fracture risk. The trained health professional conducting the test will also provide results, counseling and education to each individual. Written educational materials are also provided.

• Caloric RMR Screening

  Determining a resting metabolic rate measurement is simple using a quick and easy breath test. The metabolic measurement will determine how many calories your body needs to meet your specific goals in weight loss/maintenance, etc., by giving an accurate daily caloric target. The test is administered by a health professional, and will provide counseling and education. Caloric RMR screening requires 30 minutes per individual. The individual must be fasting.

• Cholesterol Screening and Cardiovascular Risk Assessment

  LifeHealth offers Cardiovascular Risk Assessment and related health education tailored to your employees needs. The comprehensive assessment may include measuring blood pressure, cholesterol testing, and diabetic screening with blood glucose as well as body composition measurement. We use the Cholestech LDX System for testing cholesterol and glucose, giving accurate results in 5 minutes. You can customize the extent of testing to your company’s needs:

  • Total Cholesterol (TC)
  • TC & HDL 
  • TC, HDL & Glucose 
  • Lipid Profile (TC, HDL, Triglycerides, TC/HDL ratio)
  • Lipid Profile & Glucose 

  The health professional will spend time reviewing results and answering questions with each individual in a private counseling session. Educational materials are provided using American Heart Association guidelines.

• C-reactive protein

  C-reactive protein is a test that measures the amount of a protein in the blood that signals acute inflammation. C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) assay, is available to determine a person's risk for heart disease. Many consider a high CRP level to be a positive risk factor for heart disease. However, is not known whether CRP is merely a sign of cardiovascular disease or whether it actually plays a role in causing cardiovascular problems.

• DermAnalysis Screening

  We offer analysis to evaluate skin condition and sun damage with the DermAnalysis. Results counseling and education is offered with each analysis. Education materials are also provided.

• Diabetes Screening

  LifeHealth offers diabetic screening to identify asymptomatic individuals who are likely to have diabetes. The screening includes measuring blood glucose via a finger stick and education conducted by an experienced, well-trained health professional. The health professional will spend time reviewing results and answering questions with each individual. Educational materials are provided, using American Diabetes Association guidelines. For those individuals that screen at high risk for diabetes, a referral is done to their primary care physician for further evaluation and testing. For those already diagnosed with diabetes, we can screen for A1C, the average 90 day blood glucose.

• Ergonomics Assessment

  A preventative individualized ergonomic assessment will be completed by a health professional with specialized training in occupational health and ergonomic assessment. Immediate adjustment of the individual workstation is done. (Multi-user workstations may require adjustable interventions to accommodate different users) Written individual work practice modification and recommendations for interventions within 3 workdays are given to the employer. Any special concerns related to individual ergonomics for symptomatic individuals are addressed. A list of resources for any recommended devices or products to the employer is provided. Each Individual Ergonomic Assessment requires between 15 to 30 minutes.

• Fitness Assessment

  • Screen Basic Level of Fitness
  • Fitness Coaching & Goal Setting
  • Exercise Classes

• H Pylori Screening

  LifeHealth offers screening for Helicobacter Pylori, the bacteria that causes stomach ulcers, or peptic ulcer disease. Peptic ulcer disease is one of the most common human ailments, affecting about 50% of the world’s population. Using a small blood sample via finger stick, results are available in 5 minutes. Results counseling and education are offered to each tested individual.

• Hearing Testing

  We offer hearing testing using an audiometer. This screening will assess how well the individual can hear various high and low frequencies. A hearing health history is taken and audiometry is completed in a “quiet room.” Individuals will be counseled and educated on their results. The testing requires 15 minutes per participant.

• Hypertension & Heart Rate Screening

  LifeHealth can check blood pressure and offer education for dealing with elevated blood pressure. Our health professionals review the results with each individual and answer any questions. Educational materials are provided, using American Heart Association guidelines. For those individuals that screen at high risk, a referral is done to their primary care physician for further evaluation.

• Men's Prostate Health Screening

  We offer screening for Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) level for men. Early detection of prostate cancer is the single most important advantage a patient can have against prostate cancer in the earliest, most treatable stages. A single drop of fingertip blood is collected and applied to the collection card by a health professional. The card will be mailed to the laboratory for analysis. Results are returned in 7-10 days.

• Memory Screening

  We offer cognitive impairment testing using the Mini Mental State Exam. This exam measures five areas of cognitive function and is useful in evaluating physiological status, ability to learn, and responses to treatment. The test takes 5-10 minutes per person to complete.

• Nicotine Screening

  LifeHealth offers testing for nicotine use and/or smoking status. This test is highly sensitive and will detect even the smallest levels of nicotine. Using only a sample of saliva or urine, the results are available in on-site in 20 minutes.

• Spirometry Screening

  Spirometry is one type of pulmonary function test, measuring how well an individual is breathing.  The test measures how much (volume) and how fast (flow) an individual can move air into and out of the lungs. The spirometer calculates and graphs the results. The results are immediate. The health professional will provide results counseling and education for each individual tested. Educational materials are also provided.

• Stress Management

  LifeHealth offers stress management screening and education. Stress Management includes a personal risk evaluation, conducted by an experienced, well-trained health professional. The health professional will spend time reviewing results and answering questions with each individual. Educational materials are provided, using American Psychology Association guidelines.

• Vision Screening

  We offer vision screenings to measure visual acuity. The test is quickly and easily administered, with immediate results available. Vision Screening includes checking vision for both eyes using the Snellen eye chart. A health professional spends time educating and reviewing the results with each participant and is able to answer any questions. Educational materials are provided.