Coronary Calcium Score
Your calcium score is more than a test—it’s a turning point. Small steps today can prevent big problems tomorrow. Let’s find out what’s happening inside your arteries—and take the steps needed to protect your future.
Your calcium score is more than a test
The Calcium Score: A Simple Test That Could Save Your Life
Imagine being able to look inside your heart—not just to see how it’s doing now, but to get a glimpse of what your future might hold. That’s exactly what a coronary artery calcium score allows us to do.
I often tell my patients: “Heart attacks don’t usually announce themselves. But sometimes, they leave quiet clues behind. One of the most powerful ways we can detect those clues is through a calcium score scan.”
What Is a Calcium Score Test?
Also known as a coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan, this is a specialized, non-invasive heart scan using CT technology to detect calcium deposits in the arteries that supply blood to your heart. These deposits signal atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque hardens and narrows the arteries, increasing your risk of heart disease.
The result? A calcium score—a number that reflects the total amount of calcium in your coronary arteries. The higher the score, the greater your risk of heart attack or other cardiovascular events in the future. And the best part? There are no needles, no contrast dye, and very little radiation. You can be in and out in under 10 minutes.
Who Should Consider a Calcium Score?
This scan is not for everyone—but it’s perfect for people in the “gray zone.” You feel fine, your blood tests aren’t alarming, but you have one or more risk factors:
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Smoking
- Overweight or obesity
- A family history of heart disease
You might also benefit from a calcium score if your doctor is deciding whether you need statin (cholesterol-lowering) medication. A high calcium score could tip the scales toward treatment, while a score of zero might offer reassurance.
How to Prepare for Your Calcium Score Test
It’s easy to prepare for a coronary calcium scan:
- ✅ No fasting required — eat as usual
- ✅ Take your regular medications
- ✅ Avoid wearing clothes with metal (like zippers or underwire)
- ✅ Bring a full list of medications and supplements
- ✅ Arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in
What Do Your Calcium Score Results Mean?
After the scan, we’ll go over your results together. Here's how we interpret your calcium score:
Even a small amount of calcium is a wake-up call. But the good news is: we can act on it. The earlier we catch it, the more power you have to prevent serious complications.
Why the Calcium Score Matters
Many heart conditions develop silently. But with this simple scan, we can:
- Detect hidden plaque in your arteries
- Predict your 10-year risk of heart attack
- Make better decisions about starting medications
- Motivate meaningful lifestyle changes
- Track your progress over time
If you’ve ever wondered “Am I at risk for heart disease?”, this is your chance to find out—before it’s too late.
Your Next Step: Get a Calcium Score in Singapore
I offer the calcium score CT scan with expert analysis and personalized recommendations tailored to your unique risk profile. As a heart and vascular specialist, I’ll help you interpret your score in the context of your full health picture—not just a number, but a roadmap.