Coronary Calcium Score
Understand your risk
A Coronary Calcium Score test is a quick, non-invasive CT scan that measures the amount of calcium build-up in the arteries of your heart. This calcium, or plaque, can indicate the presence of coronary artery disease (CAD) long before symptoms like chest pain appear. By identifying plaque early, you and your doctor can take proactive steps to reduce your risk of heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.
The test is fast, painless, and requires no special preparation. You may want to consider this test if you:
- Are over 50 years old with moderate cardiovascular risk based on the Australian Heart Foundation’s CVD risk assessment
- Have high blood pressure or high cholesterol
- Have type 2 diabetes
- Have a family history of premature heart disease
- Smoke or used to smoke
- Are overweight or have a sedentary lifestyle
A coronary calcium score test is not recommended for people at low risk of heart disease with no major risk factors, or for those who already have symptoms, as other diagnostic tests are more suitable. It is also generally not advised for adults under 50 unless there is a strong family history or a known genetic predisposition to heart disease.
How It Works
1. Complete the Online Assessment - prior to ordering, we recommend using the Australian Heart Foundation’s CVD risk calculator to assess your cardiovascular risk and gain a clearer understanding of your likelihood of developing heart disease.
2. We'll Email you your Referral - we'll email your your referral and instructions for your CT scan. You can find out more information about the procedure here.
3. Schedule your CT scan - schedule your CT coronary calcium score scan at your local I-MED Radiology clinic. I-MED operates one of Australia’s largest networks of MRI-capable clinics, so you can choose a location that’s convenient for you.
4. Receive your results your scan is reviewed by a qualified medical professional, and your results are delivered to your i-screen dashboard with an easy-to-understand breakdown of findings and personalised guidance on what to do next.
What's included
We'll provide you with your online referral for your coronary calcium score scan.
A Coronary Calcium Score test is a fast, non-invasive CT scan that measures the amount of calcium build-up in the arteries of your heart - the earliest physical sign of coronary artery disease. This calcium, or plaque, can indicate the presence of coronary artery disease (CAD) long before symptoms like chest pain appear.
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