3 heart tests a cardiologist says you should never skip
routine requirement for every healthy adult. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends against screening low-risk adults without symptoms using resting or exercise electrocardiography, because potential harms can outweigh the benefits.
3. Coronary Artery Calcium Scan: Helping Clarify Future Risk
A coronary artery calcium scan, often called a CAC scan, uses CT imaging to detect calcium deposits in the arteries supplying the heart.
A higher score generally indicates more calcified plaque and a higher risk of future cardiovascular problems. The scan can be useful when a clinician and patient
