Tanner Heart Care offers advanced solutions for early detection of heart disease, enabling doctors to assess your risk before a cardiac event. A key diagnostic tool we use is the cardiac CT calcium score scan.

How the score works

Calcification in your arteries, known as atherosclerosis or coronary artery disease (CAD), can narrow the arteries that deliver oxygen-rich blood to your heart, increasing your risk for a heart attack.

Cardiac CT calcium scoring, also known as coronary calcium scoring, uses computed tomography (CT or CAT) to detect coronary calcium.

This technology uses X-rays and a sophisticated computer to produce detailed images of your bones, internal organs, soft tissues and blood vessels. A coronary CT calcium scoring scan helps your doctor determine the presence and extent of calcification in your coronary arteries.

Why choose Tanner for heart care?

If you have risk factors, such as a family history of heart disease or high cholesterol, consult your doctor to see if a cardiac calcium score procedure is suitable for you. Tanner provides advanced diagnostic tools and experienced board-certified cardiologists to guide your treatment.

Calcium Scoring Frequently Asked Questions

What is cardiac calcium scoring?
Cardiac calcium scoring is a specialized CT scan that helps evaluate coronary artery disease risk by measuring the amount of calcified plaque in the coronary arteries.

Who should consider a cardiac calcium score scan?
Individuals with risk factors such as a family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol should consider discussing a cardiac calcium score scan with their doctor.

How is the scan performed?
The procedure is non-invasive, using a CT scanner to image your heart and detect calcification in the coronary arteries.