What is cardiac CT for calcium scoring?
CT for calcium scoring is a simple, convenient test for the identification of coronary artery disease (CAD). This scan looks for calcium in the walls of the coronary arteries, the vessels that supply oxygen-rich blood to the body. The amount of calcium found on this scan helps identify your risk for CAD and heart attack. It also can help your doctor determine the most appropriate treatment for slowing the progression of coronary artery disease. CT for calcium scoring can be completed within 10 to 15 minutes, does not require the injection of contrast material and leaves no radiation in the body following examination. Who should be screened using CT for calcium scoring? How should you prepare for the procedure? How does the procedure work? How is the procedure performed? What will you experience during and after the procedure? What does your score mean? What are the limitations of Cardiac CT for Calcium Scoring? How can you get tested? Who should be screened using CT for calcium scoring
