A specialized heart scan that measures calcium deposits in the coronary arteries using computed tomography. These calcium deposits indicate plaque buildup, which can narrow arteries and increase the risk of heart attack. The result is given as a calcium score. A higher score means greater risk of coronary artery disease, while a score of zero indicates very low risk. This scan is quick, non-invasive, and a gold-standard tool for detecting early heart disease before symptoms appear.
It focuses on key heart health markers. The Calcium Score shows how much plaque is in your arteries, while plaque burden reflects overall buildup. A percentile rank compares your score to peers, and artery-specific scoring pinpoints where blockages may develop.
