Coronary artery calcium (CAC) score

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A tool used to refine cardiovascular risk assessment, especially in individuals with borderline or intermediate risk, but less reliable in those under 40 due to time required for plaque calcification.

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230 ‒ Cardiovascular disease in women: prevention, risk factors, lipids, and more

230 ‒ Cardiovascular disease in women: prevention, risk factors, lipids, and more

Peter Attia MD

A tool used to refine cardiovascular risk assessment, especially in individuals with borderline or intermediate risk, but less reliable in those under 40 due to time required for plaque calcification.