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Preventive heart tests for Indians

What are the most timportant heart tests all Indians must get?

Heart attacks are occurring at younger ages in Indians, which makes prevention more important than ever. These are 5 preventive tests every Indian should know: LDL Cholesterol Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] ApoB Blood Pressure & Diabetes Screening Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Score Many people wait for symptoms before taking action. But heart disease often develops silently for years before the first warning sign appears. 5 Heart Tests Every Indian Must Get

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  1. ApoB and Lp(a) target levelsCan you please let me know what are optimal levels for Apo(B) and Lp(a) in indians .I know Lp(a) is genetic and cannot…
  2. Warning signs of sudden cardiac deathDoes the body gives some indication of tiredness or any other symptoms so one can be alert of ?? Are there ANY warning…
  3. Cardiovascular risk calculator performance in South AsiansI heard that most Indians who have a first heart attack were not flagged as “high risk” beforehand. Are risk…
  4. Coronary artery calcium scan referralDo we require a referral from our PCP to get a CAC scan done?
  5. Statin initiation age and risk assessmentIs there a minimum age at which statins should be started? For example, should a 30 year old SA female who has LDL 115…
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