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What should
you expect during the exam? |
Toshiba
Asteion |
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You'll be lying comfortably on the
exam table for about 5 minutes, though the actual scan takes
only seconds. |
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There's no need to change your clothes, but all jewelry and metal items must
be removed. |
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Electrocardiogram leads will be placed on your
chest to synchronize the scan with your heartbeats. |
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You will be asked to hold your breath for a few
seconds during scanning. |
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There is no special preparations for this exam;
no fasting, no injections, no ceasing of medications. |
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Gaining
Peace of Mind, Just in Time |
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The results of your exam represent
peace of mind, since early detection is key to prevention. Considering
over half the people who died suddenly of heart disease had
no symptoms. |
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Next
steps for you and your doctor |
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Should your score indicate a risk
for heart disease your doctor can recommend drug therapies
or lifestyle modifications to help slow the progression of
the disease.
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