NHLBI Educational Materials Catalog: Facts About Coronary Calcium Scan
Facts About Coronary Calcium Scan
This easy to read fact sheet describes coronary calcium scan; a test that can help show whether you have coronary artery disease. This type of scan can show whether your heart’s arteries are clogged with plaque. This can lead to angina, heart attack, heart failure, and arrhythmia. Written for patients and caregivers, this describes what to expect before, during and after the test. Contains links to other online resources.