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Redcliffe Labs Study Reveals Women's Preventive Health Checkups Rise to 48%
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Overview
- Redcliffe Labs analysed health-checkup data from 1 million women to understand patterns in women's preventive healthcare and diagnostic testing.
- Women accounted for 48% of health checkups, an 8-percentage-point increase from the earlier level analysed.
- The analysis covered Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai and Hyderabad.
- Women spent an average of ₹999 on healthcare packages.
- HbA1c, Hemogram, Rheumatoid Factor (RA) Quantitative and Thyroid Profile were among the commonly selected diagnostic tests.
What Did the Redcliffe Labs Study Find?
Redcliffe Labs analysed health-checkup and diagnostic-testing data from 1 million women.
Women accounted for 48% of health checkups, representing an 8-percentage-point increase from the earlier level analysed.
The finding points to growing participation in preventive healthcare, with more women engaging with health checkups and diagnostic testing as part of their healthcare journey.
Which Diagnostic Tests Were Women Choosing?
The analysis also showed the health areas women were commonly seeking to understand through diagnostic testing.
HbA1c Test
The HbA1c test indicates average blood glucose levels over approximately the previous two to three months. It is commonly used for diabetes screening and monitoring when clinically indicated.
Hemogram / CBC Test
A Hemogram, or Complete Blood Count (CBC), evaluates different components of blood and can support the assessment of concerns such as anaemia and infections.
Rheumatoid Factor (RA) Quantitative Test
The Rheumatoid Factor (RA) Quantitative Test may form part of the evaluation of certain autoimmune and inflammatory conditions when recommended by a healthcare professional.
Thyroid Profile Test
A Thyroid Profile evaluates thyroid-related hormones and supports assessment of thyroid function.
Together, these commonly selected tests span areas including blood sugar, blood health, thyroid function and autoimmune health.
How Much Were Women Spending on Healthcare Packages?
Women spent an average of ₹999 on healthcare packages.
This provides another insight into participation in preventive health checkups and diagnostic testing.
Which Cities Were Included in the Analysis?
The analysis included women across:
- Delhi-NCR
- Bengaluru
- Pune
- Mumbai
- Hyderabad
This provides a multi-city view of women's participation in preventive healthcare.
What Is Preventive Healthcare for Women?
Preventive healthcare involves appropriate health assessments, screening and medical evaluations undertaken to understand health status and identify potential risk factors.
For women, healthcare needs can vary based on age, family history, symptoms, lifestyle, reproductive stage and individual risk factors.
Depending on these factors, healthcare professionals may recommend evaluation of areas such as:
- Blood sugar and metabolic health
- Blood health and anemia
- Thyroid function
- Nutritional status
- Cardiovascular health
- Bone health
- Reproductive and hormonal health
There is no single set of tests appropriate for every woman. Screening and testing should be based on individual health needs and clinical guidance.
Why Does Preventive Health Matter for Women?
Women's health needs evolve across different stages of life. Nutritional and blood health, reproductive health, metabolic health, thyroid function, cardiovascular health and bone health may become relevant at different stages depending on individual circumstances.
Preventive health checkups can provide measurable information about selected health parameters and help individuals and healthcare professionals determine whether further evaluation is appropriate.
From Health Checkup to Health Action
Preventive healthcare is not about taking every available test.
It is about understanding which assessments are appropriate, interpreting the results in the context of an individual's health profile and taking the right next step when required.
Check → Understand → Discuss → Act → Follow Up
Not every abnormal result indicates a disease, and the appropriate next step should be determined with qualified medical guidance.
The Key Takeaway
The analysis of 1 million women found that women accounted for 48% of health checkups, representing an 8-percentage-point increase from the earlier level analysed.
Women spent an average of ₹999 on healthcare packages, while HbA1c, Hemogram, Rheumatoid Factor (RA) Quantitative and Thyroid Profile were among the commonly selected diagnostic tests.
The findings point to growing participation in women's preventive healthcare, with health checkups and diagnostic testing becoming an increasingly important part of understanding individual health.
About the Study
The Redcliffe Labs Study analysed health-checkup and diagnostic-testing data from a sample of 1 million women across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai and Hyderabad.
The analysis looked at women's participation in health checkups, commonly selected diagnostic tests and spending on healthcare packages.
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