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My troponin was elevated in the test results. what does this mean for me?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See your doctor: It implies damage to the cells of your heart. You should discuss this test in context with your doctor.

Dr Rand agreed

Answered 11/21/2012

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A member asked:

My troponin was elevated in the test results. what does this mean for me?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Dr Rand agreed

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Myocarditis test done. ECG. Normal with Sinus Arrhythmia Echo Normal but Type 2 Diastolic Dysfunction Sed Rate 22 H CRP 3.70 H *Troponin 0.011 Normal With these results could 8 have Myocarditis and could Diastolic Dysfunction improve. Thanks?