Even though checkups are widely available, many people still struggle to make preventive care a habit. That’s where health packages come in to help bridge that gap.
By combining multiple tests into one convenient bundle, they make checkups more organized, accessible, and cost-effective. With so many options today, choosing the right package is important for early detection and staying consistent with your annual health checkups.
Examples of Health Checkup Packages
Health checkups in many hospitals and clinics are typically grouped into three main types, each tailored to different needs. Knowing the differences can help you choose the package that best matches your age, lifestyle, risk factor, health goals or whether you want a simple baseline or a deep, head‑to‑toe assessment.
Basic or entry‑level checkup
These cover essential tests such as basic physical exams, blood pressure, CBC, fasting blood sugar, lipid profile, and basic kidney and liver function. They are ideal for younger adults or first‑time screenings, and they are often offered by clinics and laboratories as outpatient bundles with quick turnaround time.
Full‑body checkups
These go further by adding imaging (such as chest X‑ray or ultrasound), more detailed blood work, and sometimes tests for hormones, vitamins, or infection markers. They are suitable for adults in their 20s or 30s, especially those with a family history of “lifestyle diseases” or a high‑stress lifestyle.
Executive checkups
Executive check‑ups (ECUs) offers multiple tests into a coordinated one‑day or overnight experience. They can include CT scans, 2D echocardiography, treadmill stress test, extensive tumor markers, digestive screenings, and consultations with several specialists, often complemented with premium services that includes lounge and recovery areas, complimentary meals, and concierge-like assistance.
Choosing the best package for your profile
To find the most appropriate package, consider these general profiles as a starting point:
Young adults (18+)
A basic checkup is particularly suitable for young adults in their 20s and 30s because most are generally healthy and have a lower risk of chronic conditions. These checkups cover essential screenings such as blood pressure, blood sugar, lipid profile, and kidney and liver function, providing a clear overview of their health.
It also helps establish a baseline, allowing them to track changes over time and make informed lifestyle choices.
Adults (Mid-20s-30s)
For this group, a more comprehensive health checkup is generally recommended over a simple one. At this stage, the risk of lifestyle-related conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and early signs of heart, liver, or kidney problems increases.
Comprehensive packages include more detailed blood work, imaging, hormone panels, and sometimes early cancer screenings, allowing hidden health issues to be detected before symptoms appear.
Middle-aged adults/Seniors (40s-60s)
Executive checkups are particularly suitable for older adults, as they provide a thorough and coordinated approach to monitoring age-related health concerns.
As the risk of chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, kidney or liver problems, osteoporosis, and certain cancers increases, these packages often include advanced imaging, heart evaluations, tumor markers, and detailed laboratory tests to provide a comprehensive picture of overall health.
Regardless of age, it is wise to consult and discuss any package you are considering with a physician who can confirm whether the inclusions match your personal risk profile.
Conversational FAQs
Many adults benefit from a general health checkup at least once a year, particularly if they have risk factors such as family history of heart disease, diabetes, or high cholesterol. Some may opt for a more intensive executive checkup every few years, with lighter annual screenings in between.
A basic package can be enough for younger, low‑risk individuals, but an executive checkup can be more valuable for busy professionals over 25–40 who want deeper cardiac, digestive, and cancer screening in a single, coordinated visit. The real value comes from early detection and clear follow‑up, not just the length of the test list.
Most comprehensive and executive packages require fasting for 8–12 hours before blood tests like fasting blood sugar and lipid profile, and patients are usually advised to schedule their visit early in the morning. Detailed instructions are provided upon booking, and it is important to follow them so results are accurate.
Many Filipinos access their preferred checkup through HMO partnerships, corporate rates, or credit‑card promos that reduce the out‑of‑pocket cost. It is always recommended to check your HMO benefits and ask about accredited centers and executive check‑up options before paying in full on your own.
Health packages offered at Shinagawa Diagnostic
Shinagawa Diagnostic & Preventive Care offers health packages that range from basic to very comprehensive examinations, all based on Japanese medical standards
Japanese‑standard health checkup
Modeled on the structured Japanese-standard health checkup, this package goes further by including additional blood tests and an upper abdominal ultrasound.
Men’s Prime and Women’s Prime Executive Checkups
These packages target gender-specific health risks, offering screenings such as breast ultrasound and pap smear for women, and a whole abdominal ultrasound that includes the prostate for men.
Platinum Shinagawa Dock
Highlighting respiratory health, this package pairs the standard chest X-ray with a high-resolution CT scan for a more thorough assessment.
VIP Shinagawa Dock
Designed to assess multiple body systems, this package helps detect cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurological, and pulmonary conditions, with key procedures including MRI scans and endoscopy options to detect serious diseases such as colorectal cancer.
Find the health checkup that suits your needs—contact Shinagawa Diagnostic today to begin your preventive care journey!