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CT Heart Score

CT Heart Score is a fast, painless screening method that measures calcium build-up in the coronary arteries.  The amount of calcium is related to the degree of underlying atherosclerosis and coronary risk.  Heart Score uses Multidetector (MDCT) technology to take clear, high resolution images of the coronary arteries.  The CT Heart Score is a non-invasive screening exam for detecting the likelihood of coronary artery disease at its earliest stages.  Images through the heart can be obtained in a single breath hold while the patient relaxes on the CT table with the arms held overhead.  There is no contrast injected and no exercise required.

No special prep is required.
Minimum age 40.