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Blood tests for heart disease
Introduction
Content
Cholesterol test
High-sensitivity C-reactive protein
Lipoprotein (a)
Plasma ceramides
Natriuretic peptides
Troponin T
Content
Cholesterol test
High-sensitivity C-reactive protein
Lipoprotein (a)
Plasma ceramides
Natriuretic peptides
Troponin T
Troponin T
Troponin T is a protein found in heart muscle. A high-sensitivity troponin T test helps health care professionals diagnose a heart attack. The test also shows the risk of heart disease. An increased level of troponin T has been linked with a higher risk of heart disease in people who have no symptoms.
