CT Cardiac Scoring

A CT Cardiac Scoring, also referred to as a Calcium Scoring, is a CT scan to evaluate the presence, location and extent of calcified plaque in the coronary arteries. Coronary arteries are the vessels that supply oxygen-containing blood to the heart.

Why is the exam done?

Your healthcare provider may recommend a CT Cardiac Scoring if you have risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD) including:



• High cholesterol
• Family history of heart attacks
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Smoker
• Obesity
• Physical inactivity

How should I prepare?

You cannot have any caffeine the day of your appointment.