Health screening packages in Malaysia: what is included and what it costs (2026)

In Malaysia, basic health screening packages (blood and urine tests, blood pressure, BMI, often a chest X-ray and ECG) cost roughly RM130 to RM600, while comprehensive or executive packages with imaging and specialist review list at about RM1,000 to RM2,200, before promotions. PERKESO offers a free screening programme to eligible contributors aged 40 and above, booked through the SEHATi app. For YA2025, LHDN lets you claim up to RM1,000 for a complete medical examination, within the RM10,000 medical relief group.

Last updated 31 October 2026 · refreshed weekly

What basic and comprehensive packages usually include

Package level	Typical contents	Typical list price (editorial estimate)
Basic	Height, weight and BMI; blood pressure; blood tests (glucose, cholesterol, kidney and liver function); urine test; sometimes vision test	RM130 – RM600
Standard / mid-tier	Basic tests plus chest X-ray, resting ECG, doctor consultation, sometimes tumour markers or abdominal ultrasound	RM500 – RM1,100
Comprehensive / executive	Mid-tier plus treadmill stress test, ultrasound or CT/low-dose imaging, cancer screening (Pap smear, mammogram, PSA), specialist review	RM1,000 – RM2,200 and above

Ranges are editorial estimates from hospital and clinic package pages seen in 2026; many are promotional prices (for example a mid-tier package promoted at RM500 against a listed RM1,080). Contents vary widely under the same name, so compare the test list rather than the label.

Free screening: PERKESO Health Screening Programme

PERKESO (SOCSO) offers free health screening to eligible contributors to identify high-risk workers for non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer (cervical and breast).
Published criteria: Malaysian citizen, actively contributing to PERKESO under the Employment Injury Scheme, aged 40 and above; some programme pages also mention contributors aged 30 to 39 with health risks.
You check eligibility and book a slot at a registered panel clinic through the SEHATi app (Google Play and App Store).
The programme has run in phases (relaunched 1 June 2022; HSP 3.0 ran 16 May to 31 December 2023), so confirm current eligibility and availability in SEHATi before relying on it.

Other free or subsidised options include government health clinics and Ministry of Health screening campaigns, and some employers or insurers fund annual check-ups.

Tax relief for medical check-ups

Self, spouse or child (YA2025): up to RM1,000 for a complete medical examination, disease detection tests, self-testing devices and mental health examinations or consultations, combined in one cap. Disease detection tests were added from YA2025. This sits inside the overall RM10,000 medical relief group.
Vaccination and dental: a separate RM1,000 each within the same RM10,000 group (cosmetic dental work is excluded).
Parents or grandparents: a complete medical examination including vaccination counts up to RM1,000 within the RM8,000 relief for parents’ medical expenses.
LHDN’s explanatory notes require the examination to be carried out at a hospital or by a registered medical practitioner, with an official receipt, incurred in Malaysia.

These are the YA2025 (filed in 2026) figures. We did not find a published change for YA2026; check the current LHDN tax relief page and Public Ruling before filing, or ask a tax agent.

How often should you screen?

General guidance from Malaysian hospitals is a regular check-up at least once a year, with the content tailored to age, sex, family history and existing conditions.
Cancer screening (Pap smear, mammogram, bowel, prostate) follows separate age-based schedules; ask your doctor which apply to you.
Eye screening is often suggested for people over 50 and for those with high myopia, diabetes or a family history of glaucoma.
If you have symptoms, see a doctor rather than waiting for the next scheduled screening.

How to compare packages

Compare the individual tests, not the package name.
Check that a doctor consultation to explain results is included, and whether the report is in a form you can share with your regular doctor.
Ask what happens after an abnormal result, and whether follow-up tests are billed separately.
Check whether your employer, insurer or PERKESO covers part of the cost, and keep the official receipt for tax relief.
Screening finds possible risks; it does not guarantee that you are free from disease.

FAQ

How much does a full body check-up cost in Malaysia?

Basic screens cost roughly RM130 to RM600; comprehensive or executive packages list at about RM1,000 to RM2,200 or more before promotions. Compare the test list, as contents vary under the same package name.

What is included in a basic health screening package in Malaysia?

Typically height, weight and BMI, blood pressure, blood tests for glucose, cholesterol and kidney and liver function, and a urine test. Mid-tier packages often add a chest X-ray, ECG and doctor consultation.

Is the PERKESO health screening free?

Yes for eligible contributors. Published criteria are Malaysian citizens actively contributing under the Employment Injury Scheme, aged 40 and above. Check eligibility and book through the SEHATi app, as availability changes.

Can I claim tax relief for a medical check-up in Malaysia?

Yes. For YA2025 you can claim up to RM1,000 for a complete medical examination, disease detection tests and mental health consultations (combined), within the RM10,000 medical relief group. Keep official receipts.

How often should I do a health screening in Malaysia?

Malaysian hospitals generally advise a check-up at least once a year, with tests tailored to your age, sex and risk factors. Your doctor can advise on cancer screening schedules and anything you should test more often.

Is a comprehensive health screening worth it?

It depends on your age, family history and risk factors. More tests are not always better, and some can lead to follow-up tests. Ask your doctor which screening is recommended for you and what each test is for.

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This guide is general information, not medical advice. Prices are typical market ranges and change often; always ask the provider for a written estimate.