A Computerized Tomography (CT) coronary angiogram is an imaging test that looks at the arteries that supply blood to the heart. A CT coronary angiogram uses a powerful X-ray machine to produce images of the heart and its blood vessels. The test is used to diagnose a variety of heart conditions. A CT coronary angiogram is mainly used to check for narrowed or blocked arteries in the heart (coronary artery disease). However, it can check for other heart conditions
How you prepare
A health care provider likely will give instructions about how to prepare for a CT coronary angiogram. Regardless of the results of a CT coronary angiogram, it’s always a good idea to make lifestyle changes to help protect the heart. Heart-healthy lifestyle changes include:
- Exercise regularly. Exercise helps manage weight. It also helps control diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure — all risk factors for heart disease.
- With your health care provider’s OK, get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity a week, or a combination of moderate and vigorous activity. If necessary, break activity into several 10-minute sessions a day.
- Eat healthy foods. A heart-healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains — and low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium — can help control weight, blood pressure and cholesterol.
- Stop smoking. Smoking is a major risk factor for heart disease, especially atherosclerosis. If you smoke, quitting is the best way to reduce your risk of heart disease and its complications. If you need help quitting, ask your health care provider about smoking cessation methods.
- Manage health conditions. For high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, take medications as directed. Ask your provider how often you need follow-up visits.
- Reduce stress. Stress can cause blood vessels to tighten (constrict), increasing the risk of a heart attack. Getting more exercise, practicing mindfulness and connecting with others in support groups are some ways to tame stress.
Where to do Coronary Angio
At Lifebridge Medical Diagnostics Center we carry out CT Coronary Angiogram scan at an affordable price. You can visit us at No 15a Yawuri Street behind Rita Lori hotel Garki 2, Abuja. Or call 08180626274.