Course description

In today’s healthcare system, medical tests play a crucial role in diagnosis, prevention, and treatment monitoring. However, many people receive test reports without fully understanding what the results mean or how they relate to their health.

Understanding Your Health: Basic Medical Tests & Report Interpretation for Everyone is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow workshop that bridges this knowledge gap. It is designed to help participants understand commonly prescribed medical tests such as blood tests, blood sugar levels, lipid profiles, liver and kidney function tests, and more.

Through clear explanations, real-life examples, and simplified interpretation methods, participants will learn:

• The purpose and importance of common medical tests

• When and why doctors recommend specific investigations

• How to read basic lab reports and understand reference ranges

• What abnormal results may indicate (in general terms)

• How lifestyle and nutrition can influence test results

• When to seek medical advice based on report findings

This workshop promotes health literacy and empowers individuals to communicate more effectively with healthcare professionals. By the end of the session, participants will feel more confident reviewing their medical reports and making informed decisions about their health and well-being.

What will i learn?

• Understand the purpose of common medical tests and why healthcare providers recommend them.
• Identify major types of routine diagnostic tests (e.g., blood tests, blood sugar, lipid profile, liver and kidney function tests).
• Recognise normal reference ranges and understand what test values generally indicate.
• Interpret basic medical reports in a simple, structured, and practical way.
• Communicate more effectively with healthcare professionals by asking informed questions about test results.
• Use medical test information to support preventive health decisions and lifestyle improvements.
• Develop confidence in reviewing personal or family health reports responsibly.

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