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What do the results of a coronary calcium scan mean?

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What do the results of a coronary calcium scan mean?

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A coronary calcium scan shows how much plaque is in your arteries; a score of 0 is ideal. Watch cardiologist Arthur Agatston, MD, explain how the lower your score is, the lower your risk of having a heart attack - despite your cholesterol levels.

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