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PLAC measures levels of the LpPLA2 enzyme. This is seen as a marker for inflammation in the blood vessels, which is linked to an increase of plaque in...
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A pressure wire study can be carried out during coronary angiography. The device measures pressure difference in the narrowed arteries around the heart...
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Multiplate platelet function analysis is useful in the assessment of inherited (genetic) and acquired platelet function disorders, in the analysis of platelet...
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PET-CT scans combine PET (positron emission tomography) and CT (computised tomography) technology in one full body scanner. This advanced nuclear imaging...
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A heart attack causes special proteins to leak into your blood. One of these proteins is called ST2. Measuring the level of this cardiac biomarker in your...
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As you get older or if you're concerned about hereditary disease, screening is a positive way of taking care of yourself. You have a series of tests tailored...
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A stress echocardiogram is a test to find out how well your heart works under stress. It involves raising your heart rate gradually, either with exercise...
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If you're experiencing unexplained bouts of dizziness, blackouts or lightheadedness, your GP or consultant might recommend a tilt-table test. This outpatient...
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Your GP may offer this blood test if you're overweight, unfit or you smoke. Other factors could be high cholestrol, diabetes, an underactive thyroid or...
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This is a test for measuring blood pressure and arterial stiffness, which is an indicator of heart and vascular disease. It detects any elevated risk for...
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During a TOE, an ultrasound sensor is passed through your mouth and into your gullet (oesophagus) to view your heart. It generates moving, real-time images...
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An ILR is used to diagnose rare symptoms such as fainting (syncope), seizures, recurrent palpitations, or lightheadedness, which don’t happen often enough...
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This test is used to diagnose coronary heart disease and evaluate the extent of the disease where its presence is already known. It's also used to analyse...
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Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) uses high frequency sound waves to visualize the inside of your coronary arteries. The ultrasound images are generated...
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An echocardiogram is a scan to see if your heart and valves are working correctly. The moving image created by an ultrasound allows your consultant to...