Coronary CT calcium scan
Coronary CT Calcium Scan
A Coronary CT Calcium Scan (pronounced: kuh-ROH-nuh-ree CT KAL-see-uhm skan), also known as Coronary Calcium Scan or Heart Scan, is a specialized X-ray test that provides pictures of your heart that can help your doctor detect and measure calcium-containing plaque in the arteries.
Etymology
The term "Coronary" originates from the Latin word coronarius, meaning "crown" or "wreath", due to the way coronary arteries encircle the heart. "CT" is an abbreviation for Computed Tomography, a type of imaging technology. "Calcium" refers to the mineral that can accumulate in the arteries, and "Scan" refers to the imaging process.
Procedure
The Coronary CT Calcium Scan is a non-invasive procedure that uses a CT scanner to take pictures of the coronary arteries. The scanner can detect and measure the amount of calcium in the arteries, which is an indicator of atherosclerosis or coronary artery disease.
Related Terms
- Atherosclerosis: A disease in which plaque builds up inside your arteries.
- Coronary Arteries: The blood vessels that supply oxygen and nutrients to your heart.
- Plaque: A deposit of fatty material on the inner lining of an arterial wall.
- Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: A diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a combination of X-rays and computer technology to produce cross-sectional images of the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Coronary CT calcium scan
- Wikipedia's article - Coronary CT calcium scan
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