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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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.