What is this test? Cardiac blood tests help your healthcare provider determine your risk of getting heart and blood vessel diseases. Your provider will consider your test results and look at your family history and your own health history to calculate your risk.
Sample required: Blood obtained from a vein.
Tests to be done: The 6 Tests done in this panel include Troponin, total cholesterol, triglycerides, Low-density lipoproteins (LDL/ bad cholesterol) and high-density Lipoproteins (HDL/ good cholesterol). CRP and blood glucose are optional bonuses.
Client preparation: No specific client preparation protocol required. Inform your tester if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing this test.
Turn-around time (How long does it take?): 1 hour
Basis of the Test: Your healthcare provider will order cardiac blood tests if you have heart disease, high cholesterol and/or high triglycerides or a family history of heart disease. They will use this information to figure out how high your risk is for a heart attack, stroke or other cardiovascular problems.
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