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Know Your Heart Attack Risk
Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring is a non-invasive CT scan of the heart. Recommended for people who currently do not have any symptoms but have a moderate probability of having Coronary Artery Disease.
• Recommended for men older than 40, women older than 50, people who are overweight, diabetic; or have a family history of heart disease, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure.
• Takes just 10-15 minutes. No preparation is required.
• Ask your primary care physician if this test is right for you. Insurance plans may not cover this screening. Once your have a physician referral, call Central Scheduling at 703-523-1560 to schedule your Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring test.
SENTARA NORTHERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL CENTER 2300 Opitz Boulevard Woodbridge, VA 22191 703-523-1560