Sixth-Generation Troponin T Test Shows High Accuracy for Heart Attack Diagnosis
Study of more than 13,000 individuals demonstrates improved precision for emergency department triage and patient outcomes.
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American College of Cardiology to Increase Cholesterol Screenings Through New Program
The national program will reach about 30,000 primary care providers and cardiologists, and will assess the state of LDL screenings.
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Women’s Heart Centers Improve Accurate Diagnoses & Outcomes
Declines in cardiovascular disease death rates stalled for mid-life women compared to men, suggesting sex-specific approaches may be needed.
Portable Device May Diagnose a Heart Attack in Minutes
Researchers at two universities have developed a portable device that may diagnose a heart attack in minutes.
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Assay Uncovers Role of Hypoxia in Red Blood Cell Aging
Researchers are looking to identify the role of hypoxia on red blood cell aging via the biomechanical pathways.
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Early Blood-Sugar Levels in Type 2 Diabetes Crucial for Future Prognosis
A new study shows people with type 2 diabetes need to gain control of their blood-sugar levels quickly to lower future health risks, meaning early diagnosis is even more critical than previously thought.
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Ortho Receives CE Mark for High-Sensitivity Troponin I Assay
Performed on the company’s newest analyzer, the Vitros XT 7600 integrated system, the High-Sensitivity Troponin I assay aids in diagnosing heart attacks faster and more accurately.
Read MoreUS Study Reveals Lack of Knowledge about Heart Disease
The nationwide study showed worrisome beliefs surrounding cardiac health and disease prevention.
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Novel Point-of-Care Troponin Assay Demonstrates Potential for Gold Standard Accuracy and Speed
Preliminary study findings suggest that a point-of-care test currently under development has accuracy similar to a high-sensitivity troponin test, permitting early rule-out of a heart attack.
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Siemens Healthineers Introduces Tests to Diagnose Heart Attacks Faster
The Siemens Healthineers High-Sensitivity Troponin I assays can detect lower levels of troponin compared to conventional assays, enabling faster results and earlier diagnosis for heart attack patients.
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International Study Finds Mutated Gene Safeguards against Heart Attacks
Researchers theorize that shutting down a gene may reduce heart attack risk.
Read MoreCommon Heart Attack Blood Test May Predict Future Hypertension
Small rises in troponin levels may have value as markers for subclinical heart damage and high blood pressure.
Read MoreEfforts to Cut Unnecessary Blood Testing Bring Major Decreases in Healthcare Spending
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center used simple tactics to reduce the number of blood tests ordered for assessing symptoms of heart attack and chest pain, and to achieve a large decrease in patient charges.
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