Coronary Calcium Score

Ask your doctor

The following questions can help you talk to your doctor about undergoing a coronary calcium scan. Consider printing or writing down these questions and taking them to your appointment. Taking notes can help you remember your doctor’s response when you get home.

Doctor and Patient at appointment with ipad
QUESTIONS FOR YOUR DOCTOR

Bring a list of questions to talk with your doctor about coronary calcium scores.

  1. Should I undergo a coronary calcium score based on my risk factors?
  2. What will the coronary calcium score tell us about my risk for a heart attack?
  3. How much radiation will I be exposed to during the test?
  4. What happens next if the coronary calcium score is abnormal?
  5. Can a coronary calcium score be incorrect, and if so, what are the reasons for this?

Improving Patient Care

The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) is the leading nonprofit medical society representing invasive and interventional cardiology. Founded in 1978, SCAI’s mission is to lead the global interventional cardiovascular community through education, advocacy, research, and quality patient care. 

SCAI has dedicated its work to advancing the profession and is the designated society for guidance, representation, professional recognition, education, and research opportunities for invasive and interventional cardiology professionals. For more than 40 years, SCAI has personified professional excellence and innovation globally, fostering a trusted community of more than 4,500 members dedicated to medical advancement and lifesaving care for adults and children with cardiovascular disease.  

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