Cholesterol can be tricky. If you read Warning Signs of High Cholesterol in the last issue of Your Health
, the only way to really know if your cholesterol is too high is to get tested. Here’s one’s reader’s story:
People may have perfect cholesterol levels but may have a high calcium score. Everyone should have a calcium score test as part of their annual physical. My brother-in-law has perfect cholesterol levels without any issues. He had a calcium test as part of his annual physical. He had a 90% blockage and needed a triple bypass. Prevention is key. — John DeCorso
Calcium scans can be helpful if you or your doctor are unsure about starting cholesterol-lowering medication or if have a family history of heart disease and want to check for calcium buildup. Read more about tests doctors can use to evaluate heart health in11 Screening Tests for Your Heart.
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