CT CALCIUM SCORE.
Advanced cardiac imaging to help assess coronary artery calcium and support your heart health assessment.
CARDIAC IMAGINGCT Coronary Calcium Scoring
A CT Calcium Score scan is a specialised, non-invasive imaging examination that measures the amount of calcified plaque in the coronary arteries, the blood vessels that supply blood to the heart.
The presence of calcium in these arteries can be an indicator of coronary artery disease. The scan provides valuable information that can help your doctor assess cardiovascular risk and make informed decisions about your heart health.
Non-invasive CT imaging procedure.
Measures calcium deposits in coronary arteries.
Uses low-dose X-ray technology.
No contrast dye is normally required.
Provides additional information for cardiovascular risk assessment.
HEART HEALTHWhy Is a Calcium Score Scan Important?
A coronary calcium scan can provide additional information about your cardiovascular health, particularly when assessing the risk of coronary artery disease.
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Identify Calcium Deposits
Detects and measures calcified plaque within the coronary arteries.
02
Assess Cardiovascular Risk
Helps your doctor evaluate cardiovascular risk alongside your medical history and other factors.
03
Support Preventative Care
Provides additional information that may help guide discussions about lifestyle and preventative treatment.
04
Guide Medical Decisions
Helps healthcare professionals make informed decisions about further assessment and appropriate management.
THE SCANNING PROCESSHow Does the Scan Work?
A CT Calcium Score scan uses X-ray technology to capture images of your heart while monitoring your heartbeat.
Electrodes may be placed on your chest to record your heart rhythm and help capture clear images. You may also be asked to hold your breath briefly during the scan.
You lie comfortably on the scanning table.
ECG electrodes monitor your heartbeat.
The CT scanner captures images of your heart.
You may be asked to hold your breath briefly.
The images are processed to calculate your calcium score.
YOUR SCAN RESULTSUnderstanding Your Calcium Score
Your calcium score indicates the amount of calcified plaque detected in your coronary arteries. A higher score generally indicates a greater amount of calcified plaque.
0
No Detectable Calcium
No coronary artery calcium detected on the scan.
1–99
Mild Calcium
A small amount of calcified plaque is detected
100–399
Moderate Calcium
A moderate amount of calcified plaque is detected.
400+
Extensive Calcium
A substantial amount of calcified plaque is detected.
YOUR APPOINTMENTWhat to Expect During Your Scan
01
Before Your Appointment
Follow the clinic's instructions and bring your doctor's referral and relevant medical information.
02
Getting Ready
You will lie comfortably on the scanning table. ECG electrodes may be attached to your chest.
03
During the Scan
The CT scanner captures images of your heart. You may need to hold your breath briefly.
04
Your Results
A radiology specialist reviews the images and prepares a report for your referring doctor.
PRECISION RADIOLOGY WATake a Proactive Approach to Your Heart Health.
Contact our friendly team to enquire about CT Calcium Score scanning at our Bunbury and Wembley clinics.