Heart disease often develops silently, without noticeable symptoms until it becomes advanced. One of the best ways to detect early signs of coronary artery disease is through a coronary calcium score test.
What is a Calcium Score Test?
A calcium score test is a type of cardiac CT scan that measures calcium buildup in the coronary arteries. The more calcium detected, the higher your risk of heart attack or other cardiovascular events.
Who Should Get a Calcium Score Test?
This test is particularly useful for people with risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking history, or strong family history of heart disease. It is especially helpful for those at intermediate risk who want a clearer picture of their heart health.
Benefits of the Test
- Quick, painless, and non-invasive
- Helps detect early coronary artery disease before symptoms appear
- Guides preventive treatment decisions (medications, lifestyle changes)
- Reassures low-risk patients when results are normal
At Flow Heart & Vascular, we use calcium scoring to provide patients with a clear, personalized risk assessment. This allows us to focus on prevention and avoid unnecessary procedures.
