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My cholesterol is borderline and my doctor suggested a calcium scoring test. i have had other ct scans and am worried about radiation from this test. should i just go on a statin and forget about the calcium scoring test?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Not x-ray : Calcium scoring test doed not use conventional radiation. Lose weight. Cut down on saturated fats and start exercising after checking with your doctor.

Answered 8/4/2019

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A member asked:

My cholesterol is borderline and my doctor suggested a calcium scoring test. i have had other ct scans and am worried about radiation from this test. should i just go on a statin and forget about the calcium scoring test?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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