How Is Atherosclerosis Diagnosed?
Your doctor will diagnose atherosclerosis based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and results from one or more tests: blood test, electrocardiogram (EKG), chest x ray, ankle/brachial index, echocardiography, computed tomography (CT) scan, stress testing, and angiography.
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- Source: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
- Date Content Published: Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at 12:00 PM
- Date Syndication Captured: Monday, March 14, 2016 at 06:25 PM
- Date Syndication Updated: Sunday, September 08, 2024 at 12:36 AM
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