Men's Health & Aging
Annual Physical Checklist for Men: What to Ask For
The labs and screenings worth requesting at your annual physical — at 30, 40, 50, and beyond.
7 min read · XT Editorial Team · Reviewed & updated
Baseline labs
CBC, CMP, lipid panel, HbA1c, fasting insulin, TSH, vitamin D, ferritin, total/free testosterone, and estradiol. Add ApoB and hsCRP after 40.
Screenings by decade
30s: blood pressure, dental, vision, skin checks. 40s: add lipid panel and PSA discussion. 50s: colonoscopy or alternative, CAC scan consideration. 60s+: bone density, cognitive screening.
Frequently asked questions
- Is annual bloodwork really useful?
- Yes — trends over years catch issues earlier than single snapshots.
- Are private labs trustworthy?
- Reputable direct-to-consumer panels are accurate, but interpret with a physician — context matters.
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