A CT calcium scoring, also known as coronary calcium scan or cardiac CT calcium scoring, is a non-invasive imaging test. This score helps you and your doctor assess the amount of calcium deposits in the coronary arteries of your heart.

The study measures the amount of calcium deposits in the coronary arteries and assigns a score based on the severity of calcification. These calcifications are a sign of atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, and can indicate an increased risk of heart disease.This score helps your doctor assess your risk of developing coronary artery disease or experiencing a heart attack.

A CT calcium scoring is a quick and painless test that provides valuable information about your heart health. However, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s not suitable for everyone, and the presence of calcium deposits doesn’t always mean you have heart disease. Your doctor will consider your individual risk factors and medical history when interpreting the results.

Overall, a CT calcium scoring can help identify early signs of coronary artery disease and guide preventive measures to protect your heart health.

CTA Coronary with Fractional Flow Reserve is also a non-invasive imaging technique used to visualize the coronary arteries, however in comparison to CT calcium scoring, the images produced create a three-dimensional map of your coronary arteries, allowing for assessment their size, shape, and potential blockages or narrowings caused by plaque buildup. FFR is a measurement used to assess the severity of narrowings or blockages in the coronary arteries and determine whether they are causing a significant reduction in blood flow to the heart muscle.

Read more about the Calcium Score Test.