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What imaging tests might be appropriate for me?

I have a family history of early heart attacks. What imaging tests might be appropriate for me?

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This would be best answered by knowing details of your personal and family history.
There is a few imaging test can be done. Such as, CCTA Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses X-rays and contrast material to create detailed three-dimensional images of the coronary arteries. Cardiac CT to measure the amount of calcium in the coronary arteries. An ECG measures the electrical activity of the heart and records information on heart rate and rhythm. Echocardiography uses ultrasound to create moving pictures of the heart. Myocardial Perfusion Imaging MPI Nuclear Stress Test: This test involves injecting a small amount of radioactive material into a vein.
CT coronary calcium score scan.
There are a lot of factors that go into it age, lifestyle, etc. Primary prevention is good food and exercise, and if indicated, a CTA can be done to assess further. Each case is different.