58 Harley Street, London, W1G 9QB
58 Harley Street, London, W1G 9QB
The CT Calcium Score Scan is a fast, non-invasive imaging test that helps assess the presence, amount, and precise location of calcified or hardened plaques within the coronary arteries of your heart. These calcium deposits are an early indicator of coronary artery disease (CAD) and can help our doctors evaluate your risk of a future heart attack or other cardiovascular events.
Calcified plaque results when there is a build-up of fat and other substances under the inner layer of an artery.
The main goal of the CT Heart Scan is to determine if Coronary Artery Disease is present and to what extent, even if a patient is asymptomatic. It is a powerful diagnostic tool that can help you avoid more serious heart complications. The scan is a quick, painless, non-invasive procedure.
The CT Calcium Score is recommended if you have any of the following risk factors, or would ike the reassurance of a proactive health screening:
Our CT Calcium Score scan includes a complimentary lung visualisation, which will be included in your report.
Once a Consultant Radiologist has reviewed your scan images, you will receive a detailed written report -signed off by a Cardiologist – including any recommendations. The entire appointment typically takes no longer than one hour.
Price: £580