It Is Suitable For
· Those in Malaysia interested to go for heart screening.
· Those who wish to identify possible coronary artery disease before having signs and symptoms.
· Those who wish to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
· Those who wish to learn how to manage the risk factors for heart disease.
· Those who wish to prevent more serious heart disease.
What is Heart Screening?
Heart screening is a safe and accurate screening tool to identify the most common cause of heart disease, build-up of calcium in the coronary arteries. The measurement of calcified plaque can help your doctor to identify possible coronary artery disease before you have signs and symptoms. It is simple and painless, and it can provide you with the preventive measures to manage health behaviors and lifestyle so you can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. It is recommended to go for heart screening once a year, especially if you are 40 years old and above.
Standard Heart Screening
Includes a history and clinical examination, weight, height and body mass index, vision test, blood pressure screening, chest x-ray, resting ECG, blood investigation, urine FEME, stress test (treadmill), ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis, refreshment voucher and consultation with report.
Premier Heart Screening
Includes a history and clinical examination, weight, height and body mass index, vision test, blood pressure screening, chest x-ray, resting ECG, blood investigation, urine FEME, stress test (treadmill), ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis, refreshment voucher and consultation with report. The premier heart screening also contains an echocardiogram screening test, whereas the standard heart screening does not.
Advantages and Limitations of Heart Screening
<Advantages>
· Painless
· Detects coronary artery disease at an early stage
· Screens for all other heart conditions
· Allows you to make changes in your diet and lifestyle to prevent heart disease
<Limitations>
· Those with an increased risk of having heart disease should get the screening more often
FAQ
Q1: Which blood tests are included in the blood investigation?
A1: Blood Investigation includes: Full Blood Count, Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR), Blood Grouping (ABO & Rh), Liver Function Profile, Kidney Function Profile, Fasting Blood Sugar, Lipid Profile, Venereal Disease Research Laboratory (VDRL), Hepatitis B Screening, Free T4, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH), Hs-cRP, HbA1c (Average blood sugar level over 3 months).
Q2: How often should I get heart screening?
A2: It is recommended to do it every year especially if you are 40 and above. If you have a family history of heart problems, then you should go for heart screenings even earlier, at age 30 or 35.
Q3: What happens if something is detected during the heart screening?
A3: Depending on the condition, the doctor will advise you on the steps you should take. This can include changing your lifestyle to a healthier one, and some medications may be given to address your risk factors such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure. In some cases, more advanced treatments may be necessary.
Clinic Information
[Clinic Name] Sunway Medical Centre
[Location] Selangor, Malaysia
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Near SBL Sunu-Monash and Sunway Lagoon
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday - Friday (8:30AM - 5:30PM), Saturday (8:30AM - 1:00PM)
