What's Included in Your Screening Package:
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Carotid Artery Screening (Plaque): Ultrasound evaluation to screen for the buildup of fatty plaque, the leading cause of strokes.
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Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening: Uses ultrasound and blood pressure measurements to check for plaque build-up in the lower extremities.
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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA): Ultrasound screening for an aneurysm in the abdominal aorta that could lead to a ruptured artery.
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Atrial Fibrillation: A quick and easy test using EKG electrodes to identify the presence of an irregular heartbeat. Atrial fibrillation increases stroke risk by 5 times.
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Osteoporosis Risk: An ultrasound measurement of the shin bone to assess abnormal bone mass density.
