CT Coronary Calcium Scoring
CT Coronary Calcified Plaque Scoring
A CT coronary calcium score is a simple, non-invasive test that measures the amount of calcified plaque in your heart’s arteries. This specialized CT scan can help determine your risk of heart disease and heart attack.
Benefits of CT Coronary Calcium Scoring
Who is CT Coronary Calcium Scoring for?
- Men age 40-65
- Women age 50-70
- Patients at intermediate risk
Key Insights
- Low to intermediate risk patients who score a "0" can often be managed with diet, exercise and sometimes medical therapy
- Does not detect noncalcified plaque
- Patients with prior coronary artery bypass grafts and stents or who have known CAD are not candidates for Calcium Scoring
- Diabetes, Hypertension, Smoking history, Obesity, Family history of coronary heart disease, High cholesterol, Chronic kidney disease, Metabolic syndrome, Inflammatory diseases, Elevated LP (a)
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Why Choose RadNet for Cardiac Imaging?
Your heart deserves nothing less than the best care. That’s why we’re at the forefront of cardiac imaging, combining advanced technology with expert radiology to deliver precise and reliable results.
