A premium medical check-up typically includes: in-depth laboratory tests (blood panel, hormones, tumour markers), high-precision imaging (MRI, CT scan, ultrasound), comprehensive cardiovascular examinations, and specialist assessments tailored to your profile. On the Vaud Riviera, several ACEIRV member institutions offer these comprehensive health assessments with cutting-edge technology and personalised medical support.
Health is not improvised—it is managed. With the rise of preventive medicine, the premium medical check-up has become a strategic tool for those who prefer to anticipate rather than endure. Far from a simple routine check, it provides a 360° assessment of the body, drawing on state-of-the-art imaging technologies, exhaustive laboratory analyses, and the combined expertise of several specialists.
The difference from a standard health check is fundamental: where the latter skims the main indicators, the personalised health assessment delves into the finer details of your physiology, from your genetics to your metabolism. The Vaud Riviera has established itself as a destination of excellence for these high-end assessments, combining top-tier medical infrastructure with an exceptional living environment. Let us take a closer look at the tests that make up a truly comprehensive full check-up.
In-depth laboratory tests: the foundation of medical diagnosis
Any serious medical evaluation begins with the laboratory. In-depth laboratory tests provide an accurate snapshot of the body’s internal functioning, far beyond what a standard check-up covers.
A premium check-up systematically includes:
- Comprehensive blood panel: complete blood count, differential, inflammatory markers (high-sensitivity CRP, homocysteine)
- Extended metabolic profile: fasting glucose, HbA1c, detailed lipid panel (total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides)
- Liver and kidney function: transaminases, bilirubin, creatinine, urea, glomerular filtration rate
- Hormone testing: thyroid (TSH, T3, T4), sex hormones, cortisol
- Tumour markers: PSA in men, CA 125, CA 15-3, CEA depending on risk profile
- Vitamins and minerals: vitamin D, B12, ferritin, magnesium, zinc
On the Vaud Riviera, the Health Center Clinique Lémana stands out for its high-performing in-house laboratory, enabling integrated management of tests and rapid delivery of results as part of its check-up programmes.
Health Center Clinique Lémana
High-precision medical imaging for a comprehensive diagnosis
If laboratory tests reveal the body’s chemistry, advanced medical imaging explores its anatomy and function. In a premium Swiss check-up, several imaging modalities are used depending on the patient’s profile.
- Whole-body CT scan: early detection of abnormalities, assessment of internal organs
- MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): brain, spine, or joints as indicated—3 Tesla scanners offer exceptional image resolution
- Targeted ultrasound: abdominal, cardiac (echocardiography), thyroid, pelvic
- Mammography and bone densitometry: breast cancer screening, osteoporosis assessment
Interpretation by specialised radiologists, with systematic double reading, ensures reliable conclusions. CIC Montreux is a regional reference for diagnostic imaging, with latest-generation equipment and a team dedicated to precision radiology.
CIC Montreux Clinic
Cardiovascular examinations: assessing heart health
Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide. A comprehensive health assessment devotes a dedicated, in-depth component to them.
- Resting electrocardiogram (ECG): detection of rhythm disorders and signs of ischaemia
- Doppler echocardiography: assessment of cardiac function, valves, and blood flow
- Exercise stress test (treadmill test): cardiovascular capacity, detection of coronary artery disease
- 24-hour blood pressure monitoring (ABPM): diagnosis of hypertension and analysis of circadian variations
- Arterial stiffness measurement: a key indicator of vascular ageing
- Coronary calcium score: quantification of coronary atherosclerosis by CT
These tests are systematically complemented by a specialist cardiology consultation, enabling a personalised, contextualised interpretation of the results.
Respiratory and metabolic functional tests
Beyond the heart, the body’s overall functional capacity is assessed through several complementary tests:
- Spirometry: measurement of lung capacity, screening for COPD and asthma
- VO2 max: measurement of maximal aerobic capacity, a true marker of longevity
- Bioelectrical impedance analysis: assessment of body composition (fat mass, lean mass, hydration)
- Indirect calorimetry: evaluation of basal metabolic rate and actual energy expenditure
Specialist assessments based on the individual profile
A personalised health assessment is tailored to each patient’s age, sex, medical history, and risk factors. Specialist tests are its most individualised component.
- Cancer screening: colonoscopy, gastroscopy, full-body dermoscopy
- Comprehensive eye examination: fundus exam, tonometry, retinal OCT
- ENT assessment: audiometry, specialist examinations
- Cognitive tests: memory, executive functions—particularly recommended after age 50
- Nutritional assessment: consultation with a dietitian and analysis of eating habits
- Gynaecological or urological assessment: tailored to sex and age
Genetic testing and predictive medicine
At the frontier of predictive medicine, genetic tests add a new dimension to the premium health assessment:
- Targeted genetic tests: predispositions to cardiovascular disease, certain cancers, or Alzheimer’s disease
- Pharmacogenetics: analysis of medication response based on the individual genetic profile
- Telomere analysis: a marker of cellular ageing and true biological age
These tests are always accompanied by a medical genetics consultation to ensure an ethical, rigorous, and actionable interpretation of the results.
Medical summary and personalised follow-up
All tests represent only part of the value of a premium medical check-up. It is the final medical summary that turns raw data into a concrete action plan for your health.
- In-depth final consultation (60 to 90 minutes) with the lead physician coordinating the entire assessment
- Comprehensive medical report: summary of all tests, overall and cross-disciplinary interpretation
- Personalised health plan: preventive recommendations, lifestyle adjustments, measurable goals
- Coordination between specialists: targeted referral if abnormalities are detected
- Longitudinal follow-up: scheduling of future assessments and monitoring of key indicators
- Wellness support: guidance on nutrition, physical activity, and stress management
Clinique La Prairie, a world-renowned institution based in Clarens-Montreux, embodies this integrative vision with unique expertise combining high-precision medical check-ups and longevity programmes. Its approach brings together clinical rigour and longevity medicine, offering support that goes far beyond a simple diagnostic assessment.
Clinique La Prairie
A premium medical check-up is far more than a list of tests: it is a coherent approach, led by experts, centred on your unique biology and life goals. In line with the official recommendations of the World Health Organization, preventing noncommunicable diseases requires early detection and regular follow-up—precisely what a comprehensive, personalised health assessment provides.
On the Vaud Riviera, medical excellence goes hand in hand with an incomparable living environment. Viewing such an assessment as an investment in longevity means choosing to take control of your health—before circumstances do it for you.
