8. Blood analysis
No.67
2011/11/1

Annual Health Check, 2011 Explanation of health check results
1. Height / weight measurements
BMI (body mass index) is calculated with BMI=Weight(kg)/[Height(m)]2. It is known that a BMI of 22 forJapanese people indicates a low frequency of illness.
Therefore Ideal weight is calculated as 22x[Height(m)]2,
however this varies between individuals. It is known thatbeing underweight or overweight can lead to healthproblems in later life, so it is important to know your own
healthy weight. Also, caution is required should yourweight fluctuate over a short period of time (more than 5kg in one year).

2. Blood pressure measurement
Blood pressure is the pressure under which the heartpumps blood around the body. Normal blood pressure isless than 139 mmHg systolic and 89 mmHg diastolic.
Neglecting high blood pressure can lead to heart failure
or cerebral hemorrhage. Some people can experience
increased blood pressure simply through stressassociated with having blood pressure taken or
undergoing an examination. In such a case, pleasemeasure again at Health Administration Center onanother day.

3. Urine test
Protein : This is a test to check for kidney diseases
such as chronic nephritis. The result can beaffected by, for example, fever up or vigorous
exercise.
Sugar : A positive result is suspicions for diabetes
mellitus.
If you have positive results, visit Health Administration
Center for re-check.

4. EyesightAs people testing lower than 0.6 could
experience difficulties in lectures and otheraspects of student life, correction withglasses or contact lenses will berecommended. (In such a case, please
consult an ophthalmologist.)

5. Hearing
In order to ensure that you do not experience
difficulties while university life, the doctor will
check that you have no problems withhearing conversational speech levels.

6. Chest X-ray
This is a test to check for pulmonary disease(pneumoniae or tuberculosis), abnormalitiesof the spine, or enlargement of the heart.

7. Physical examination
Physician makes physical examination; colorof the eyelid conjunctiva, the neck region(lymph nodes and thyroid gland), skin, heartand breath sounds. The physician check themedical questionnaire, too.

Liver function test：It measures the concentration of liver
enzymes. Liver malfunctions can manifest themselves A
high count can raise suspicion of viral hepatitis or fatty liverand comprehensive examination is reguired at a medicalfacility. Fatty liver is required better diet and exercises habit
to be improved.
Lipids test：It is known that high levels of triglyceride or
LDL cholesterol can lead to atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosisis the hardening and thickening of artery walls, which may
cause myocardial infarction or cerebral infarction. On theother hand, HDL cholesterol is also known as “goodcholesterol”, which works to prevent atherosclerosis.

Normalrange

ItemLiverfunction

AST （GOT）（IU/L）

0～35

ALT （GPT） （IU/L）

0～35（㎎/dl）≦149

Triglyceride

LipidsHDL cholesterol （㎎/dl）

40≦

LDL cholesterol （㎎/dl）

30～139Blood sugar （At any time）

Glucose（㎎/dl）
metabolism

50～139

Hemoglobin A1c （%)

Uric acid

Uric acid≦5.4（㎎/dl）

0～7.0

Glucose metabolism test：Blood glucose concentration is strictly regulated from 60 to 140 mg/dl at anytimes. HbA1c demonstrates average blood glucose level for the last 1-2 months. If it is over 5.5%, it ishigh possibility for prediabetes. If it is over 6.0%, it is high possibility for diabetes mellitus. You have totake precious examination; glucose tolerance test and change your life style.
Uric acid measurement：Products derivered from a protain called purine, which is used to manufacture
nucleic acid in cell nuclei. If these higher than 8.0 mg/dl over a prolonged period, this may cause gout
onset. People with over 7.1 mg/dl should review the content of their meals and maintain a healthy bodyweight. Those with over 8.0 mg/dl should consult a clinics or hospital.

Antibody tests for infectious diseases
Measles, rubella, mumps, and chicken pox are highly
contagious and sometimes induce serious illness. If
pregnant women are infected, the development of theembryo may be affected. Some people do not havesufficient antibodies against these diseases, even if they
have been vaccinated in childhood.

Ideal level

Reguired to haveshot

Measles

16.0≦

4.0 未満

Rubella8.0≦

4.0 未満

Mumps

4.0≦

2.0 未満Chicken pox

4.0≦2.0 未満

You are examined for these infections due to the following reasons:
We would like to make sure about
your current illness and treatment,
we will make contact with you by Emailor phone to come to the HealthAdministration Center!

☆Grading of results☆
A: Within normal range or no findings.
B: Slightly out of normal range, please follow up the data.
C: Re-testing required. You may have a re-examination and lifestyle advice will be given by a physician,a nurse, or a dietician at Health Administration Center.
D2: Advanced examination required. Please receive an explanation of your results from a physician in
Health Administration Center. If it is neccesaly, a physician will make reference letter to the hospital.
D1: Medical treatment should be required. Please visit Health Administration Center as soon as possile.

1. Unless 90% or more of the population have adequate levels of antibodies, there is a risk of anoutbreak.
2. An individual who has no antibodies is at immediate risk of infection.
Patients may experience more severe conditions if they are infected later in life.
Infection of a mother during pregnancy can cause congenital rubella syndrome in her child.
An infected person may transmit an infection to children and elderly people when undertaking
teaching practice or during off-campus activities.
3. A certificate is required to indicate a student who intends to study abroad has enough antibodies for
infections diseases. (the results of this test can confirm this).
4. It is known that some young people aged around 20 years old do not have sufficient levels of
measles antibodies in Japan recently. Antibodies may be attenuated gradually in some persons
who have received only one vaccination, and who therefore will need to receive additional
vaccinations (particularly for measles and mumps).
If you do not have the enough antibody levels, it is recommended that you receive
additional vaccinations at a medical institution.