CARDIAC RISK MARKERS With UTSH

Cardiac Risk Markers Profile estimates the levels of cardiac risk markers in the body, which help in evaluating the functioning of the heart. The test also evaluates lipids in the body, abnormal levels of which can lead to heart attacks or other severe heart conditions. The Cardiac Risk Markers Profile is helpful to individuals who have a family history of cardiac disease or where there is an increase in the prevalence of cardiac disease at a young age. Early diagnosis of cardiac disorder can help in the overall prognosis. Thyrocare has priced the profile at just Rs. 1100/- to make it affordable to one and all. Get tested with a cardiac risk marker test at an affordable cost at your home.

This is a group of tests and health factors that have been proven to indicate your chance of having a cardiovascular event such as a heart attack or stroke. They have been refined to indicate the degree of risk: borderline, intermediate, or high risk. 

Perhaps the most important indicators for cardiac risk are your personal health history. These include:

• Age
• Family history
• Weight
• Cigarette smoking
• Blood pressure
• Diet
• Exercise, physical activity
• Diabetes
• Pre-existing heart disease, or already having had a heart attack

What does a cardiac risk markers measure?

A cardiac risk markers tests are for people who have no signs of cardiovascular or coronary artery disease. Once the initial intake and family history is taken, heart-related tests are given to further assess possible risk factors. The cardiac profile is used to measure the following criteria:

• Blood glucose levels, which measured the amount of sugar present in the blood. This is a blood test for heart function.
• The amount of c-reactive protein in the blood, which is higher when there is inflammation or swelling anywhere in the body with a test called hs-CRP assay. It is covered in the blood test for heart disease.
• Blood pressure levels, which is the force of blood against the artery walls in the heart. Both the resting heart rate (diastolic) and the working heart rate (systolic) are measured with a sphygmomanometer for the cardiology tests.
• The amount of cholesterol in the body. There are two types: low-density lipoproteins, which are the bad kind and whose buildup in the body leads to blockages in the artery; and high-density lipoproteins, which are the good kind that absorbs cholesterol and flushes it out of the body through the liver.

Sometimes you may notice some types of chest pain or symptoms of heart diseases, in which case, you should consult a cardiologist to get a professional medical opinion to understand your symptoms better. The signs of heart disease can include:

• Shortness of breath
• Chest discomfort
• Any type of chest pain
• Sweating and fatigue
• Pain or numbness in arms or limbs
• Pain in the jaw, neck or chest and back pain

Chest pain, especially, is a telling symptom of heart disease. It’s important to consult a cardiologist in Bengaluru so that they may understand your symptoms better and reach a correct and conclusive diagnosis.

For example, chest discomfort may indicate angina pain symptoms. Similarly, dull chest pain, mild chest pain, or sudden chest pain can be an early symptom, which can be treated successfully if detected earlier on. On the other hand, if you experience severe chest pain or sharp stabbing pain in the chest that comes and goes then you should schedule an appointment with a doctor at the earliest. Chest problems of that sort and pain in the chest that radiates to the neck, jaw, throat, shoulders, or back is a serious symptom that should be looked at immediately.

FAQs related to Cardiac risk markers:

Q. Who should take Cardiac Risk Markers tests?

Answer: If you are above the age of 25, then you should consider taking a cardiac test package to evaluate your organ health with our heart health check-up tests. You should take this cardiac health check-up in case you have a family history of heart disease, or lead a lifestyle that can increase the risk of heart disease as well.

Q. When will I get the reports?

Answer: The results of your Cardiac Risk Markers profile and the blood test for heart function will be available on your sms/email within 48 hours of the Cardiac Risk Markers tests. 

Q. What happens once I get my results?

Answer: You can get in touch with top cardiologists after the reports of your cardiac risk markers tests are back. They will consult with you on your organ health, the lifestyle you lead, and any potential risk factors that you may need to look into.

Q. Do I need a doctor’s prescription for the tests?

Answer:  This cardiac risk markers does not require a doctor’s prescription since it is only to test for your overall organ health. In case your doctor has prescribed certain cardiology tests to you, you should consult with them to see if any of the tests listed in this package are for you.