Medical Definitions

Coronary Cardiac Calcium Scoring

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among American men and women. Over 64 million Americans live with cardiovascular disease. Unfortunately, the first signs of heart disease are most commonly heart attack or sudden death.

A calcium scoring test can detect early heart disease making it treatable and preventable. You may be at increased risk for heart disease and benefit greatly from this test if two or more of these factors are present.

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  • Age 45 or older (men)
  • Age 55 or older (women)
  • Family history of premature heart disease
  • High LDL (bad) cholesterol and level and low HDL (good) cholesterol
  • Current cigarette smoking
  • High blood pressure, or currently taking blood pressure medication
  • High stress lifestyle
  • Lack of regular exercise
  • Diabetes
  • Overweight by 20 pounds or more

Chest discomfort, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, faster heartbeat, weakness, dizziness, nausea and sweating are all symptoms of heart disease. This 15 minute, noninvasive scan could potentially save your life!

Coronary Calcium Score Screening

 

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