Blood test to measure heart artery plaque
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study is testing whether a new blood test can detect the amount of plaque buildup in your heart arteries compared to what a CT scan shows. It may help people with known or suspected coronary artery disease get a simpler, faster way to check their heart health.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- Your doctor has asked you to get a CT scan of your heart arteries (CCTA) to check for blockages.
- You have not had a heart attack, stroke, or heart procedure in the last 6 months.
- You do not have serious kidney, liver, or active lung disease.
- You do not have active cancer, an autoimmune disease, or a condition that limits your life expectancy to less than 12 months.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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