The future of prevention starts here

Finding the right check-up depends on what you want to get out of it — a baseline, a deeper metabolic view, or a full optimisation scan. Here's how to choose the one that fits your goals.

Best for: The health-conscious individual seeking a baseline check-up.

• Who is it for? Ideal if you want to screen essential organs and your spine for a broad health status.
• Key benefit: Focuses on major concerns like tumours, aneurysms, or disc issues.
• Note: A great entry-level option if you already have recent blood work results.

Best for: People concerned about metabolic health and reproductive organs (prostate/endometrium).

• Who is it for? Perfect if you want a deeper look at inflammation, cholesterol, and diabetes risks.
• Key benefit: Adds screening for the prostate or ovaries to the full-body scan.
• Note: The most popular choice for a comprehensive internal health overview.

Best for: The total optimiser looking to investigate ageing, fatigue, or mobility.

• Who is it for? Ideal if you have specific concerns about brain health, joint pain, or low energy.
• Key benefit: Covers brain age, hip and knee health, and hormone imbalances.
• Note: The most extensive screening available, including detailed B-vitamin and hormone testing.

Best for: The proactive individual wanting a complete internal snapshot.

• Who is it for? Ideal if you want to track your health trends year-over-year with 80+ biomarkers.
• Key benefit: Covers all the essentials: heart health (including insulin & ApoB), organ function, immune strength, and nutrient levels.
• Note: The baseline test for a deeper understanding of what is happening inside your body.

Best for: Vegetarians, vegans, or anyone fighting unexplained fatigue.

• Who is it for? Perfect if you feel low on energy or want to support your brain and nervous system.
• Key benefit: Specifically targets vitamin deficiencies that often cause tiredness and brain fog.

Best for: Those focused on heart health and reducing inflammation.

• Who is it for? Ideal if you want to verify whether your diet is balanced or if you need to adjust your intake of healthy fats.
• Key benefit: Checks the ratio of fatty acids, which is crucial for long-term cardiovascular protection.

Best for: Individuals investigating mood, drive, or weight changes.

• Who is it for? Perfect if you suspect a hormonal imbalance is affecting your fitness, sleep, or reproductive health.
• Key benefit: Provides a gender-specific deep dive into the hormones that regulate your daily vitality and fertility.

If you're 40 or older and want a thorough check-up, Advanced is usually the right fit. Under 40 with no specific concerns, Core is generally enough. If you experience joint pain, suspect arthritis, or have a very active lifestyle with high joint load, choose Pro.

Still unsure? Schedule a free advisory call and we are happy to assist you.

If your check-up includes a blood test, we ask you to fast for 8–12 hours beforehand (no food or drinks other than water). This ensures accurate results for fasting glucose, insulin, and lipid markers.

Please make sure to stay well hydrated and drink 2–3 glasses of water before your appointment.

If you only booked an MRI without blood work, fasting is not required, but we still recommend staying hydrated. Avoid heavy exercise for 2 hours before the scan.

Detailed preparation guidelines are provided after booking. See our FAQ on full preparation instructions for more.

No, you do not need a referral for the Ahead tests. You can request an appointment independently. Please note that we may need to assess your eligibility for some tests.

You can book your appointment online through our website, which features a real-time calendar, or by contacting us via WhatsApp or phone.

Yes. If you and your partner each book and complete an MRI-based check-up within the same month, you both receive CHF 250 off (CHF 500 total).

You and your partner book separately and can each choose any MRI-based package. In the final step of the booking, please mention the name of your partner in the notes field, so we can link the two appointments. Once both scans have been completed, the discount will be deducted from your final invoices.

Our team is happy to help you coordinate everything, just contact us.

The full-body MRI scan included in the Ahead check-up is performed without the use of contrast agents and is radiation-free.

If you opt for certain additional specific tests, these may involve a very low dose of radiation or contrast agents.

You can book a free consultation call with us before scheduling your scan to discuss any personal needs, anxieties or questions.

Ahead is collaborating with KPT, which reimburses up to CHF 1'500 of the scan under the KPT Pulse Top or Premium supplementary insurance plans.

Generally, mandatory basic health insurance (KVG/LaMal) in Switzerland does not cover the cost of Ahead's full-body preventive scans.

However, some supplementary health insurances ("Zusatzversicherungen" / "assurances complémentaires") may cover a portion of the costs. The extent of coverage is specific to your insurance provider and your particular plan.

We highly recommend contacting your insurance company before your scan to clarify potential reimbursement.

Ahead Health can provide you with a template letter or a pro-forma invoice to assist with your inquiry.

Next to KPT, based on customer experiences, potential partial coverage has been noted with plans from:

• Sanitas
• CSS
• Sympany

Also, this is highly dependent on the specific supplementary plan. Some insurers, like Helsana, SWICA, Groupe Mutuel may not cover the check-up under their supplementary plans.

Please check with your insurance if the blood tests are covered separately to the MRI, some may cover partial costs of the blood test.

To check your individual coverage and request a pro forma invoice to share with your insurer, visit our insurance page.