A member asked:

After a minor heart attack, how long can they test your blood for tthe enzymes thatshow you had a mi?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

About 2 days: Once the cells die, and release, the body clears the enzymes.

Answered 4/14/2013

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Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Up to a week: It will test positive for a few days up to a week sometimes more.

Answered 4/13/2013

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