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Will a regular chest ct scan provide the same level of detail as a calcium score (cac) scan? or would getting a cac scan in lieu of regular ct provide same diagnostic quality and the calcium score?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

No: Coronary artery calcification can be seen on a regular chest CT scan but can't be scored. It is a marker of arteriosclerosis and coronary artery disease however. Neither test will demonstrate actual blockages within the coronary arteries. A coronary angiogram is needed for that purpose.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 2/27/2021

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A member asked:

Will a regular chest ct scan provide the same level of detail as a calcium score (cac) scan? or would getting a cac scan in lieu of regular ct provide same diagnostic quality and the calcium score?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Machanic agreed

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