HIV testing at least once
Hepatitis B/C screening depending on risk factors
3. Clinical Breast Exam
Annual physical breast exam by a healthcare provider
While mammograms aren’t needed yet, breast awareness is encouraged
4. Thyroid Function Test (TFT)
Check for hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism if symptoms (weight changes, fatigue, menstrual irregularities) are present
5. Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Screens for anemia and infections
6. Vitamin D & B12 Levels
Especially if you’re vegetarian, experience fatigue, or have low sun exposure
7. Blood Pressure Check
Every 2 years if normal; more frequently if elevated
In Your 30s: Stability, Stress, and Silent Shifts
This is a decade of career building, possible motherhood, or hormonal transitions like PCOS or thyroid issues. Regular women’s health checkup tests can help detect early risk factors.
1. Pap Smear + HPV Test (Co-testing)
Begin at age 30
Frequency: Every 5 years (preferred) or Pap every 3 years
Detects both cervical abnormalities and HPV strains
2. Breast Exam
Continue annual clinical breast exams
Self-awareness for lumps, skin dimpling, or nipple changes
3. Fasting Blood Sugar / HbA1c
Screens for early signs of insulin resistance or prediabetes
Especially important for women with PCOS or a family history of diabetes
4. Lipid Profile (Cholesterol Test)
Every 4–6 years, or more often if overweight or family history of heart disease
5. Liver and Kidney Function Tests
Part of routine screening, especially if on long-term medications or alcohol use
6. Mental Health Screening
Anxiety and depression often surface in this decade. Talk to your doctor about mood changes
In Your 40s: Perimenopause and Preventive Vigilance
Your 40s can be hormonally complex. Perimenopause often begins in this decade. Screening becomes more important than ever.
1. Mammogram (Breast Cancer Screening)
Ages 40–44: Optional annual screening, based on risk and preference
Ages 45–54: Annual mammograms strongly recommended
High-risk women (BRCA1/2 mutations, strong family history) may begin earlier with annual MRI + mammogram
2. Pap Smear + HPV Test
Continue co-testing every 5 years or Pap alone every 3 years
3. Bone Density Test (DEXA Scan)
Optional before 50, but may be done early in high-risk women (menopause before 45, thyroid disorders, low body weight)
4. Thyroid Profile (TSH, T3, T4)
Every 5 years or as symptoms arise (weight gain, hair fall, cold intolerance)
5. Vitamin D and B12 Tests
Common deficiencies that mimic fatigue, joint pain, or mental fog
6. Lipid Profile + HbA1c
Annual or biennial, depending on risk factors
In Your 50s: Menopause, Metabolism & Monitoring
Most women enter menopause in their early 50s. This decade is crucial for monitoring metabolic, cardiovascular, and bone health.
1. Mammogram
Continue annual mammograms until 54
From 55 onwards, every 2 years or continue yearly depending on preference and health status
2. Pap + HPV
Continue if not completed 3 normal tests in the last 10 years
If all clear, can stop at 65
3. Bone Density Test (DEXA)
Start at age 50–65, depending on menopause status and risk
Postmenopausal women are especially vulnerable to osteoporosis
4. Blood Sugar, Lipid Profile, Blood Pressure
Annual checkups recommended
Cardiovascular risk rises sharply after menopause
5. Colonoscopy (Colon Cancer Screening)
Start at age 45, then every 10 years if normal
Can switch to stool-based tests yearly or CT colonography every 5 years if preferred
6. Eye Exam + Glaucoma Test
Annually after 50
In Your 60s and Beyond: Prevent, Preserve, Protect
This is a time to preserve function, maintain independence, and watch for age-related decline.
1. Mammogram
Continue every 2 years if in good health and expected to live >10 years
2. Pap Smear
Can stop after 65 only if:
Last 10 years had normal results
No history of cervical cancer
No pre-cancerous lesions
3. Bone Density (DEXA)
Repeat every 2–5 years depending on baseline results
4. Cognitive Screening
Annual memory and cognitive assessments starting at 65
Especially important if there’s a family history of dementia
5. Cardiac Workup
Annual ECG
Echocardiogram if symptoms like breathlessness or fatigue persist
6. Hearing Test
Baseline audiometry, then every 2–3 years
Special Mentions: What You May Need Earlier or More Frequently
Women with PCOS: Should begin metabolic screenings (insulin, lipids, liver) from early 20s
Family History of Cancer: Genetic counseling and earlier screenings (e.g., BRCA, colonoscopy at 35–40)
Autoimmune Conditions: More frequent thyroid and vitamin panels
Postmenopausal Bleeding: Always needs investigation—may require pelvic ultrasound or endometrial biopsy
Final Word: You Deserve Preventive Care, Not Just Crisis Management
So many women only visit a doctor when something goes wrong. But real power lies in prevention. These women’s health checkup tests aren’t just guidelines—they are your roadmap to longevity, vitality, and informed choices.
Whether you’re 25 or 65, your body has different stories to tell at different stages. Make sure you’re listening.
📌 Bookmark this list. Share it with the women you love. And don’t wait for symptoms to show up. Prevention is the best act of self-love. And just in case you need to talk to someone, remember your Miror Community is right here waiting for you with doctors, nutritionists, gynaecologists, and many other health experts who will be more than happy to help you out with your medical questions and queries!
SOME EXPERT LINKS FOR YOU:
University Hospitals: 11 Health Screening Tests Every Woman Should Have
UT Southwestern Medical Center: Tests and exams women need at different life stages
Queensland Health: Women’s health at every age
