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Vascular Tests

Vascular Tests

WHAT IS VASCULAR DISEASE?

Most Americans are familiar with heart disease and with the consequences of blockages in the vessels that carry blood to and from the heart. But few people realize that blockages caused by a buildup of plaque and cholesterol affect more than coronary arteries. Arteries throughout the body carry oxygenrich blood away from the heart, so blockages can occur in all arteries with serious effects. Three of the most recognized vascular diseases include:


Angiogram

An angiogram detects blockages using X-rays taken during the injection of a contrast agent (iodine dye).

Angiogram

Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI Test)

A non-invasive test that uses inflatable cuffs to gauge circulation (blood flow) and measure blood pressure in the arteries at various locations on the thigh, calf, foot and toes.
Also called: Segmental Pressure Test, Toe Pressure Test, Toe-Brachial Index (TBI)

Ankle-Brachial Index or ABI Test

Carotid Duplex

This painless, noninvasive test is used to see and measure the rate at which blood flows through your carotid arteries and look for possible blockages. No radiation, dye or needles are used.
Also called: carotid Doppler, carotid ultrasound, Doppler ultrasound.

Carotid Duplex

Duplex Ultrasound

Duplex ultrasound is a non-invasive evaluation of blood flow through your arteries and veins.
Also called: Doppler Test, Vascular Lab Test, Duplex Exam, Duplex Scan, Ultrasound, Ultrasound Exam.

Duplex Ultrasound

Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) and Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) Tests

CCTA and MRA tests are non-invasive, advanced imaging studies that provide detailed information about the blood vessels within our bodies and their anatomic relationships with other organs.

Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) and Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) Tests