Essential Health Check
A focused private health check with 24 blood markers covering cholesterol, diabetes risk, liver and kidney function, and iron-related markers — plus body composition, lifestyle review and a personalised report.
No GP referral needed — book directly online
£125
Total
30 mins
Appointment
No fasting
Needed
2–5 days
Results
- Bupa-trained Health Adviser
- UKAS-accredited lab testing
- ICO registered
- Kingston & Crawley clinics
What you get with Essential
- 24 blood markers
- 17 in-clinic checks
- Body composition included
- Lifestyle review included
- Personalised report
What’s included
Two parts of one focused health check
On-the-day clinical checks, plus a focused blood test panel from our UKAS-accredited lab.
From the lab
Blood test panel
24 blood markers covering cholesterol, diabetes risk, liver and kidney function, and iron-related markers.
Liver Function8
Assesses liver enzymes and proteins to help identify results that may suggest liver stress, inflammation or reduced liver function.
- Total Protein
- Albumin
- Globulin
- Total Bilirubin
- Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)
- ALT
- AST
- Gamma GT
Kidney Function4
Measures how well your kidneys filter waste and helps assess fluid and electrolyte balance.
- Sodium
- Urea
- Creatinine
- eGFR
Lipid Profile8
Comprehensive cholesterol breakdown to assess your heart disease and stroke risk.
- Total Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- HDL Cholesterol
- LDL Cholesterol
- VLDL (Calculated)
- Non-HDL Cholesterol
- TC:HDL Ratio
- HDL % of Total
Diabetes (HbA1c)1
Helps identify raised average blood sugar levels and possible type 2 diabetes or prediabetes risk.
- HbA1c
Iron Studies3
Iron-related markers that can support assessment of tiredness, anaemia risk and iron metabolism.
- Serum Iron
- UIBC (Unsaturated Iron-Binding Capacity)
- TIBC (Total Iron-Binding Capacity)
On the day
In-clinic checks
Blood pressure, body composition and lifestyle review — all 17 checks explained during your appointment.
Heart4
- Blood pressure. Checks for raised blood pressure, a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke.
- Resting heart rate. An indicator of cardiovascular fitness.
- Healthy heart age. Calculated from your data, with guidance on how to lower it.
- Heart disease & stroke 10-year risk. A risk algorithm using your health and lifestyle data to estimate your risk.
Body composition8
- Body fat percentage. Compared against the ideal range for your age, gender, and build.
- Basal metabolic rate (BMR). The energy your body needs at rest.
- Estimated daily activity requirement. Your daily calorie need based on activity level.
- Muscle and bone mass. Identifies risks linked to low body mass.
- Hydration percentage. Whether you’re hydrated, dehydrated, or retaining excess water.
- Waist-to-height ratio. A strong predictor of metabolic disease risk.
- Ideal weight range. Personalised to your height, frame, and lean mass.
- Body mass index (BMI). Interpreted alongside your body composition for context.
Lifestyle review5
- Lifestyle assessment. A structured review of your current routine and health goals.
- Nutrition guidance. Practical, evidence-based advice — no fad diets.
- Sleep hygiene. Why sleep matters and how to improve it.
- Physical activity assessment. Tailored guidance to fit your schedule and preferences.
- Type 2 diabetes 10-year risk. A risk algorithm using your health and lifestyle data to estimate your risk.
How it works
What happens at your appointment
Thirty minutes. Four stages. Designed to run on time.
- 1
Arrive
Your appointment runs to time. No long waits, no rushed feeling.
- 2
On-the-day checks
Your Health Adviser performs your 17 clinical checks: blood pressure, body composition, and a lifestyle review. We talk through what we find as we go.
- 3
Blood draw
A standard venous blood sample is taken at the end. The sample is sent to our UKAS-accredited partner lab the same day.
- 4
Your report
You leave with your on-the-day results and discussion. Your blood report follows within 2–5 working days, with clear explanations and any follow-up recommendations.
Right for you?
Who the Essential Health Check is for
Best for
- Healthy adults aged 18–79 wanting a focused baseline check
- First-time private health check patients establishing where they stand
- People investigating fatigue, low energy or possible iron deficiency — Essential includes iron-related markers
- Patients who want time with a trained Health Adviser, not just a blood test appointment
Consider a different option if
You want a heart rhythm check or full blood count.
12-lead ECG, full blood count and urinalysis aren’t included in Essential. Our Advanced Health Check at £155 adds these.
You want thyroid or inflammation screening.
Thyroid (TSH, Free T4), high-sensitivity CRP and uric acid aren’t included. Our Optimal Health Check at £189 covers all three plus everything in Advanced.
You have specific cancer marker concerns.
PSA and CA125 cancer marker tests aren’t included. See our Men’s Cancer Marker Health Check or Women’s Cancer Marker Health Check at £249.
You have active symptoms.
Health screening is for prevention, baseline testing and risk awareness, not diagnosis. If you’re unwell now, please see your GP.
Compare packages
Not sure which is right?
Essential
Focused£125
Core blood panel covering cholesterol, diabetes, liver and kidney function and iron-related markers, plus body composition and lifestyle review.
Book EssentialAdvanced
Detailed£155
Adds 12-lead ECG, urinalysis and a full blood count for a more detailed health picture.
View AdvancedOptimal
Most popular£189
Adds thyroid, hs-CRP inflammation, uric acid and potassium markers for the broadest screening.
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Patients regularly mention feeling relaxed, reassured and clearly guided throughout their health check.
“Really nice guy. I felt very at ease and it was a smooth process. Joe gave me insight into my diet that I hadn't considered before which I found very helpful. Definitely recommend!”
“I had an excellent experience for my first appointment. Joe was welcoming and took the time to explain each step clearly, which made the appointment feel relaxed and reassuring. The overall level of care was outstanding.”
“Super happy with the health screening experience. Joe was welcoming, friendly and gave lots of great tips about my health. Highly recommend, I will definitely be back!!”
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“My practitioner was very professional and friendly. The health screening was conducted in the way it was described beforehand, and all the tests were completed as expected. I would recommend the service.”
“I recently had a health screening and was thoroughly impressed from start to finish. Joe immediately made me feel at ease. The entire appointment was extremely well organised and professional, yet never felt rushed. I couldn't recommend Optimum Health Screening highly enough.”
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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How is Essential different from Advanced and Optimal?
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Two clinics, evening & weekend slots, no GP referral needed.
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