Full Body Cancer Screening
Your health, checked from head to toe—before symptoms show.
A comprehensive health assessment designed to detect early signs of cancer throughout the entire body. This screening combines advanced diagnostic tools and imaging to identify abnormalities at their earliest stages—even before symptoms appear. Early detection significantly increases the chances of successful treatment and long-term health. Ideal for individuals with a family history of cancer or those seeking peace of mind through proactive health monitoring.
The Clifford Clinic provides one of the most comprehensive health screenings in the market. Health is an important attribute of beauty. At The Clifford Clinic, we strive to provide the best for both health and beauty.
Cancer cases have been on the rise, and the number of people living with cancer will continue to rise. According to the statistics from the National Cancer Centre of Singapore (NCCS), during the period from 2015-2019, 78,204 cancer cases were reported in Singapore and 49% and 51% of those cases were reported in males and females respectively. On average, one in three people in Singapore will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives. Also, about one in four deaths in Singapore is attributed to cancer. Many of us would have seen someone close to us being diagnosed with cancer.
Cancer screening is therefore essential to detect cancers early to allow for more timely treatment for people. Increase your chance of cancer detection today with our screen programme! Many cancers do not cause symptoms until the late stages. Therefore, early detection can lead to treatments early and save many more lives in the process.
A full body MRI is one such way to detect several cancers. Of particular interest would be the pancreas, which is often detected in the late stages as there are typically no symptoms until later on. Other cancers would also include lung cancer, which are more common in smokers but there is also a sub-type that is common in non-smokers, kidney as well as liver cancers. For the ladies, breast cancer screening would be of particular interest. MRI of the breasts can find invasive breast cancers sooner than mammograms, and they can also rule out abnormalities that look suspicious on a mammogram.
A colonoscopy (endoscopy that focuses on the lower gut) and Oesophago-Gastro-Duodenoscopy (endoscopy that focuses on the upper gut) will also be arranged to evaluate the health of the whole gut. Endoscopy involves using a camera attached to a flexible tubing that is used to navigate the whole tract of the gut. While performing the endoscopy, the doctor can have direct vision into the gut. As such, any suspicious changes along the surface of the inner gut can be detected by sight. MRI will not be able to pick up early-stage malignant changes of the gut. Colon cancer is one of the top cancers in Singapore as well. As such, it is important to undergo both a colonoscopy as well as OGD.
In addition, we will also help to arrange a genetic test screen for you.
Comprehensive Cancer Screening and Early Detection at The Clifford Clinic
Understanding your personal cancer risk is the first step toward proactive health management. At The Clifford Clinic, we provide advanced cancer screening technologies and genetic testing to help you stay ahead of potential health risks.
🔬 Genetic Cancer Risk Screening – LiquidHALLMARK
Why Genetic Testing Matters
Some people are inherently more prone to cancer due to their unique genetic makeup. These genetic predispositions significantly increase the risk of developing certain types of cancers.
What is LiquidHALLMARK?
LiquidHALLMARK is a sophisticated genetic test screen conducted via a simple blood draw. This test analyses circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) mutations across:
80 different genes for ctDNA mutations
10 different genes for genetic fusions
Additional somatic variants
Benefits of Genetic Screening:
Identifies specific genetic markers associated with increased cancer risk
Provides insights into your genetic predisposition
Enables personalized cancer surveillance plans based on genetic profiling
Through LiquidHALLMARK testing, we can precisely identify cancers you might be more predisposed to, helping to establish proactive screening protocols and preventive strategies.
🩸 Blood Tumour Markers Screening
Alongside genetic screening, we also perform blood sample analysis to screen for various blood tumour markers. Blood tumour markers are substances released by cancerous cells or produced by your body in response to cancer. This test helps detect cancers early, even before symptoms appear.
Types of Tumour Markers Screened Include:
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) markers
Colon cancer markers
Liver cancer markers
Prostate cancer markers
Advantages of Blood Tumour Marker Testing:
Early cancer detection, potentially before symptoms emerge
Facilitates prompt diagnosis, enhancing treatment success
Non-invasive and convenient procedure through simple blood draw
🩸 Blood Tumour Markers Screening
Alongside genetic screening, we also perform blood sample analysis to screen for various blood tumour markers. Blood tumour markers are substances released by cancerous cells or produced by your body in response to cancer. This test helps detect cancers early, even before symptoms appear.
Types of Tumour Markers Screened Include:
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) markers
Colon cancer markers
Liver cancer markers
Prostate cancer markers
Advantages of Blood Tumour Marker Testing:
Early cancer detection, potentially before symptoms emerge
Facilitates prompt diagnosis, enhancing treatment success
Non-invasive and convenient procedure through simple blood draw
📷 Advanced Mole Mapping System (FotoFinder)
Who Benefits from Mole Mapping?
Individuals with multiple moles, making tracking difficult
Patients of Caucasian descent, who statistically have a higher risk of skin cancer
About FotoFinder Mole Mapping System:
The Clifford Clinic houses the state-of-the-art FotoFinder Mole Mapping System, designed for comprehensive skin monitoring.
Key Capabilities of FotoFinder:
Detailed imaging and documentation of all your moles
Ability to precisely track, store, and monitor each mole over time
Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered technology to detect subtle skin changes that might indicate early-stage skin cancer
Why FotoFinder Mole Mapping is Essential:
Enables early detection of potentially cancerous skin changes
Supports accurate assessment and monitoring of both melanocytic and non-melanocytic skin lesions
Provides a reliable baseline for future comparison, helping doctors notice even minor changes quickly
These are common FAQ with regards to The Clifford Clinic’s cancer screening programme.
MRI uses a magnetic field to capture images of your body. The scan captures the major areas of the body: the head, spine, abdomen, pelvis, and heart. A Whole Body MRI scan provides insight into your health and can potentially detect diseases in the vital organs early. It is free from radiation, unlike a CT scan.
If you are concerned about your body for whatever reason such as due to certain lifestyle habits, or you just simply want reassurance and peace of mind, a whole body MRI can be one tool to help you.
Doctors use MRI scans to diagnose all types of medical conditions, from tumours to torn ligaments and spinal cord injuries. Certain diseases can affect more than one part of the body. As such, a whole body MRI can potentially pick up such medical conditions. Whole Body MRI is also useful for patients who have cancer predisposition syndromes.
A whole-body MRI is not supposed to replace the routine health-screening blood tests and physical examination that can be conducted in a health screening centre.
MRI scans happen inside a narrow tube. You will be required to stay still throughout the procedure. The technologist will guide and instruct you during the procedure. The entire scan can take between 60-90 minutes depending on the extent of scanning required.
There are various medical conditions that a whole body MRI scan can possibly detect.
| Head/brain | Intracranial masses like brain tumours, aneurysm and strokes, age-related changes due to dementia |
| Spine (whole) | Spinal fractures, nerve compression, spinal tumours |
| Abdomen |
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| Pelvis | Uterine polyps or tumour, ovarian tumours and cysts |
Depending on the report and which part of the body is involved, you will be referred to the relevant specialist for further follow-up care and management.
The standard health screening blood tests as well as physical examination should be done at a primary care clinic. Imaging modalities like whole body MRI can be combined with other molecular diagnostics, such as genomic profiling to have a very comprehensive view of one’s status. Highly sensitive molecular diagnostics can be used to stratify each subjects’ risk of developing malignant cancer.
Take charge of your health today with The Clifford Clinic’s comprehensive full-body scan. Alternately, feel free to look into some of the other services we provide, like our hair transplant, acne treatment, and acne scar treatment in Singapore.