If so, you may be wondering what they test you for, and what to expect.
Actually, many exams are parade exams performed in your home by a nurse/paramed who takes your blood pressure, checks your vital signs, and draw some blood or requests a urine sample, which is sent to a lab for testing.
Some of the things insurers test you for may include the following:
- Measure your height and weight.
- Test your blood pressure and your pulse.
- Urine tests to check your glucose levels, protein levels, creatine and illegal drugs such as cocaine or methamphetamine.Take blood to perform blood work tests to check cholesterol levels, glucose, protein, diabetes, HIV and other illnesses.
Learn more about what is tested for life insurance medical exams.