Scanning for calcium deposits may predict heart disease
A new study shows that scanning the arteries in the heart for calcium deposits can help in predicting cardiac problems. The scanning is done using computed tomography and it costs $300 to $600. The scan may prove to be a competitor for less expensive tests, such as blood cholesterol and blood pressure readings.
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