Calcium Scoring

Calcium scoring, also called a heart CT scan, is a painless, non-invasive way of obtaining information about your coronary arteries. This screening provides pictures of your heart's arteries and identifies if calcium deposits are present – which helps determine if you have a higher risk of having a heart attack or other potential symptoms of heart disease.

Who Should Have a Heart CT?

A heart CT for calcium scoring should be considered if you:

• Are at least 35 years old
• Are not currently being treated for heart disease
• Do not have a pacemaker
• Have at least two of these risk factors:
  • High cholesterol levels
  • High blood pressure
  • Family history of heart disease
  • Diabetes
  • History of cigarette smoking
  • Obesity
  • Physical inactivity

Our procedures treat blockages in your arteries, removing plaque and clots from blood vessels. These minimally invasive procedures allow your blood to flow more freely to your heart, reducing your risk of heart attack and stroke.