Boston Heart Disease Testing FAQ

Boston Heart Disease Testing FAQ Answered by Our New Albany, IN Chiropractor 

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women. It takes the lives of 610,000 Americans each year. Leading a healthy life will decrease your chances of developing heart disease while diagnostic testing like the Boston Heart testing from Boston Heart Diagnostics can detect the problem and any risk factors early in order to prevent serious complications from occurring. 



What is Boston Heart Testing?

Boston Heart Diagnostics offers patients a test broken into four categories that evaluate your risk of heart disease. For instance, the blood test analyzes your genetic risk factors that contribute to your risk of heart disease. Total, the practitioner will conduct five tests. One is the Boston Heart HDL Map, which analyzes your high-density lipoprotein and goes beyond the standard test to determine the amounts of various sizes of HDLs. The test evaluates how much the HDL subpopulations move.

Part of the heart testing looks at your cholesterol levels. This particular test compares cholesterol production versus cholesterol absorption. Because diabetes contributes to heart disease, we examine your risk factors for prediabetes. We also conduct a fatty acid balance test, which determines the number of fatty acids in your system and determines if you have a healthy amount of “good” and “bad” fats. If you're prescribed a statin, we analyze to see if you're at risk for experiencing myopathy from it, so you can get on a drug less likely to cause side effects.

Who is Boston Heart Diagnostics?

Boston Heart Diagnostics is a company who's main goal is improving people's heart health. They've developed a series of advanced diagnostic tools used to forecast, manage and reduce cardiovascular disease risks. They even offer a personalized treatment program and online testing results.  

Why is Heart Testing Important?

Heart testing can help a person to live a longer, healthier life. By predicting a person's risk of heart disease, you're able to take the necessary steps to reduce your risk. It's vital to prevent heart disease because it increases your chances of having a heart attack or stroke. Someone who has heart disease will find that they're no longer able to participate in sports or other physical activities like they once did. It can affect your work performance as well. Earlier detection allows for a better prognosis. If we should happen to see an issue with your heart health, we're able to educate you on the steps you can take to reduce your risk and reduce your odds of having a serious heart problem.

What Makes Boston Heart Testing Different From Other Options?

Most heart disease testing focuses primarily on cholesterol evaluation and other similar tests. The Boston Diagnostics approach is a bit different since it takes a multifaceted approach and tests various areas of your heart health. It allows us to calculate your risk. It takes into consideration if you have risk factors for diabetes. It also takes into account your lipid levels. The testing requires fewer tubes of blood than other comprehensive heart tests. 

What is Cardiovascular (Heart) Disease?

Cardiovascular disease, also known as heart disease, categorizes various conditions that affect the blood and blood vessels. These conditions tend to increase a person's likelihood of having a heart attack or stroke. 

Does Insurance Cover Boston Heart Testing?

Insurance may cover your testing. However, the amount, and even if, varies based on your insurance. Inquire with us first, so we can find the best payment option for you. 

Schedule An Appointment Today To Learn About the Boston Heart Disease Testing

Identify your likelihood of developing heart disease by scheduling Boston Heart Disease Testing today at 1st Choice Health & Wellness, serving Albany IN and the surrounding region. Call us at 812-945-4500.  



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