Why are cardiac enzyme studies done?
Cardiac enzyme studies are done to:
- Help determine whether you are having a heart attack or acute coronary syndrome.
- Check for injury to the heart from other causes, such as an infection.
How are cardiac enzyme studies done?
A health professional uses a needle to take a blood sample, usually from the arm.
Cardiac enzyme studies are often repeated over several hours for comparison.
How do you prepare for cardiac enzyme studies?
No special preparation is required before having this test.
Many medicines may affect the results of this test. Be sure to tell your doctor about all the nonprescription and prescription medicines you take.
Talk to your doctor about any concerns you have regarding the need for the test, its risks, how it will be done, or what the results will mean.
What do the results of cardiac enzyme studies mean?
Higher than normal levels of cardiac enzymes and proteins may mean that the heart muscle was damaged.
Each lab has a different range for what's normal. Your lab report should show the range that your lab uses for each test. The normal range is just a guide. Your doctor will also look at your results based on your age, health, and other factors. A value that isn't in the normal range may still be normal for you.
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