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What is the definition or description of: troponin t?
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Is a cardiac enzyme: The troponins are enzymes specific to the heart. There are two types. Trop i and trop t. Either can be measured to asses for heart damage.
Answered 2/3/2013
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Test for heart.: This is a substance known as a biomarker which becomes elevated in the blood if there is a problem with the heart. It can happen with an acute heart attack, chronic heart failure, or severe medical illness that places strain on the heart.
Answered 7/14/2013
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