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Annual Physicals Checklist
Annual physical exams are important for preventing disease, managing your overall health, and building a relationship with a primary care provider.
They allow for early detection of potential issues through screenings and baseline health measurements, updated vaccinations, and opportunities to discuss lifestyle and any health concerns
- Early Detection of Health Issues
- Preventive Care and Screenings
- Tracking Health Trends
- Updating Vaccinations
- Lifestyle Assessment and Counseling
- Building a Relationship with Your Doctor
- Saving Money in the Long Run
The following is the simple, easy-to-understand summary of the common numbers checked during a normal annual physical, along with healthy ranges for adults.
(Note: Ranges may vary slightly by provider, but these are widely accepted general guidelines.)
✅ Normal Annual Physical – Key Health Numbers
1. Body Mass Index (BMI)
BMI measures whether your weight is healthy for your height.
BMI Range --> Category
- 18.5 – 24.9 --> Normal / Healthy
- 25 – 29.9 --> Overweight
- 30+ --> Obesity
2. Heart Rate (Resting Pulse)
How fast does your heart beat per minute at rest?
- Normal Range: 60 – 100 beats per minute
- Athletes: can be as low as 40 – 60 bpm (normal for them)
3. Blood Pressure (BP)
Measures how hard your blood pushes against artery walls.
Category --> Systolic (Top number) --> Diastolic (Bottom number)
- Normal -- > < 120 --> < 80
- Elevated --> 120–129 --> < 80
- High BP (Stage 1) --> 130–139 --> 80–89
- High BP (Stage 2) --> 140 --> +90+
- Goal for most adults: < 120/80
4. Blood Sugar (Glucose)
Fasting Blood Sugar (no food for 8 hours)
- Normal: 70 – 99 mg/dL
- Pre-diabetes: 100 – 125 mg/dL
- Diabetes: 126 mg/dL or higher (on two tests)
A1C Test (3-month average)
- Normal: 4% – 5.6%
- Pre-diabetes: 5.7% – 6.4%
- Diabetes: 6.5% or higher
5. Cholesterol Levels
- Test --> Healthy Range
- Total Cholesterol --> < 200 mg/d
- LLDL (Bad cholesterol) --> < 100 mg/dL
- HDL (Good cholesterol) --> > 40 mg/dL (men), > 50 mg/dL (women)
- Triglycerides --> < 150 mg/dL
6. Oxygen Saturation (SpO₂)
How much oxygen your blood carries.
- Normal: 95% – 100%
- If it’s below 92%, doctors may investigate breathing or lung issues.
7. Body Temperature
Normal body temperature range:
- 97°F – 99°F (36.1°C to 37.2°C)
8. Respiratory Rate
Breaths per minute at rest.
- Normal: 12 – 20 breaths per minute
✔️ Simple Summary
Health Factor --> Normal Range
- BMI --> 18.5 – 24.9
- Heart Rate --> 60 – 100 bpm
- Blood Pressure --> < 120/80
- Fasting Sugar --> 70 – 99 mg/dL
- A1C --> 4% – 5.6%
- Total Cholesterol --> < 200 mg/dL
- Oxygen Level --> 95% – 100%
- Temperature --> 97 – 99°F
Note: The above details are generated from ChatGPT for educational purposes only. We are not liable for any consequences. Please always consult your Physician.
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