Serum or plasma concentration of a substance related to cardiac risk assessment (e.g., a marker of inflammation or fibrosis)
This test measures a specific substance in your blood that may help assess your risk for heart disease or other cardiovascular conditions. It’s often used alongside other tests to evaluate overall heart health.
["This test helps identify potential risks for heart-related issues by detecting specific blood markers."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 42233-7
- Short code
- nAChR Ab Ser-sCnc
- Synonyms
- nAChR Ab Ser-sCnc
- Category
- coagulation
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
Why This Test Might Be Ordered
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you have risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, a family history of heart problems, or if you’ve already experienced heart-related symptoms. It may also be used during routine check-ups or to monitor conditions like chronic kidney disease or heart failure.
What to Expect Before the Test
No special preparation is usually needed, but you may be asked to fast for 8–12 hours before the test if it involves a blood draw. If you’re on blood thinners or certain medications, let your provider know. Avoid strenuous activity the day before.
What Happens During the Test
A healthcare professional will draw a small amount of blood from a vein in your arm. The sample is then sent to a lab for analysis. The test typically takes a few minutes, and you may feel slight discomfort but no lasting effects.
What the Results Mean
Results are compared to standard ranges for your age, sex, and overall health. Elevated levels of this marker may signal inflammation, fibrosis, or other underlying issues linked to heart disease. Your provider will discuss these findings with you in detail.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
This test helps detect subtle changes in your blood that may indicate early signs of heart strain, inflammation, or fibrosis—conditions that can worsen over time if left unaddressed. It’s particularly useful for monitoring patients with known cardiovascular risk factors or those undergoing treatments for heart-related conditions.
Short name
Cardiac risk marker concentration
Frequently asked questions
What does a high or low result mean?
Does this test replace other heart health screenings?
How often should I get this test?
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