Health check-ups in China
Many of China's top hospitals run large health check-up centers. In one or two days you can have blood tests, imaging and specialist examinations in the same place, with a written report afterwards.
Who it may suit
- People who want a thorough check-up and find it slow or expensive at home
- Visitors already coming to China who want to add a check-up to their trip
- People with a family history of a particular condition who want targeted tests
A check-up is for people without urgent symptoms. If something is worrying you now, tell us: you may need a specialist consultation instead.
What a check-up can include
Check-up centers offer packages, and you can add individual tests. Typical options include:
- blood and urine tests (blood count, liver and kidney function, blood sugar, cholesterol, tumor markers)
- heart tests (ECG, heart ultrasound)
- ultrasound of the abdomen, thyroid and other organs
- CT or MRI scans
- gastroscopy and colonoscopy, often with sedation
- eye, dental, gynecological or prostate examinations
More tests are not always better. Some scans involve radiation, and some tests produce unclear results that lead to further tests. We help you choose a package that fits your age, history and concerns, and the hospital's doctors confirm what is appropriate.
How it works
- Choose your package with our help, before you travel.
- Book. Check-up centers usually need booking in advance, especially for endoscopy and MRI.
- Prepare. Most check-ups need fasting from the night before; endoscopy needs extra preparation. We send you the instructions in English or French.
- Check-up day. Usually a morning, sometimes a full day or two, moving between test rooms. Your escort stays with you throughout.
- Results. Some results are ready the same day; the full written report usually takes 3 to 7 days, depending on the hospital. If anything needs attention, we help you book a specialist consultation before you leave, if time allows.
How long, and how much
- Length: plan a few days in the city, including time for results.
- Hospital costs: each hospital sets its own prices; the total depends on the tests you choose.
- Our fees: a full-day escort for the check-up day, or a short-stay package if you want a specialist follow-up and help with results.
How we support you
- We help you choose a package and book it.
- Your escort guides you between test rooms, explains each test and handles payment.
- We collect your report and give you a summary in English or French.
- If a result needs follow-up, we help you see the right specialist, in China or with your doctor at home.
Your escort does not interpret results as a diagnosis. The hospital's doctors explain your results and what to do next.
Questions
Will I get the report in English? Reports are usually in Chinese. We give you a summary of the key results in English or French; it is not a certified translation.
Can I combine a check-up with sightseeing? Yes. Many people add a few days in the city. Sightseeing is arranged separately by a travel agency we work with.
Can my partner have a check-up at the same time? Yes. We book both and your escort accompanies you together.
Plan your check-up
Tell us your age, any concerns and how many days you have. We'll suggest a package and quote our fee — free.