Hypertension Complications Prevention Screening

Hypertension Complications Prevention Screening 

Protect Your Heart, Brain, Kidneys, and Vision 

High blood pressure is often symptomless—but its long-term effects can be life-threatening. Over time, untreated or poorly controlled hypertension can silently damage your arteries, heart, kidneys, brain, and eyes. This screening panel is designed to detect early complications and help you take preventive action before serious damage occurs. 

✅ Key Screenings for Individuals with High Blood Pressure: 

1. Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP) (or Basic Metabolic Panel [BMP]) 

Evaluates: 
• Kidney function – Creatinine, BUN 
• Electrolyte balance – Sodium, potassium 
These markers are essential for monitoring hypertension-related damage and medication side effects. 

2. Urinalysis (Complete) 

Detects: 
• Protein in urine, an early indicator of kidney damage 
• Signs of infection or chronic inflammation affecting the urinary system 

3. Lipid Panel (Cholesterol Profile) 

Measures: 
• Total cholesterol, LDL (“bad” cholesterol), HDL (“good” cholesterol), and triglycerides 
Hypertension combined with high cholesterol dramatically increases risk for heart attack and stroke. 

4. Blood Sugar Tests (Glucose + Hemoglobin A1c) 

Screens for: 
• Prediabetes and diabetes, which frequently coexist with high blood pressure 
Managing both conditions reduces risk of complications like kidney disease, nerve damage, and vision loss. 

🎯 Who Should Get This Screening? 

• Adults with diagnosed high blood pressure (even if managed with medication) 
• Those with a family history of heart disease, stroke, or kidney problems 
• Individuals age 40 and older 
• Patients with diabetes, obesity, or high cholesterol 

🌟 Why This Matters 

• Hypertension is known as the "silent killer" for a reason—damage happens without warning. 
• Regular screening allows for early detection, timely lifestyle changes, and targeted treatment. 
• These simple lab tests can help you avoid major complications like: 
  o 💔 Heart attack 
  o 🧠 Stroke 
  o 🚫 Kidney failure 
  o 👁️ Vision loss 

📝 No doctor’s referral needed for basic screenings. 
Take control of your health with proactive testing—because what you don’t feel can still harm you. 
Know your numbers. Catch problems early. Protect your future.