Question 1

What blood test shows a clogged artery?

Accepted Answer

Troponin blood test is accurately used to know about clogged arteries and heart muscle damage

Question 2

What causes atherosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

Atherosclerosis is thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Risk factors may include high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, obesity, physical activity, and eating saturated fats.

Question 3

Why are LDL tests necessary?

Accepted Answer

This testing helps inform you and your doctor about your risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other health conditions.

Question 4

What is bad and good cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

LDL, or low-density lipoprotein, is sometimes called 'bad cholesterol'. It carries cholesterol that can stick to arteries, collect in the vessel lining forming plaque, and sometimes block blood flow. HDL, or high-density lipoprotein, is sometimes called 'good cholesterol'

Question 5

What causes bad cholesterol to develop in ones body?

Accepted Answer

Many different factors can contribute to high blood cholesterol which includes lifestyle factors like smoking, an unhealthy diet and lack of exercise and high blood pressure.

Question 6

Can collagen strengthen arteries?

Accepted Answer

Yes, collagen is known to promote blood flow and strengthen arteries.

Question 7

Why is venous blood most preferred for testing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, venous blood is more preferred for testing.

Question 8

Why does Atherosclerosis not occur in veins?

Accepted Answer

Atherosclerosis occurs mostly in the arteries, but rarely in the veins. This is attributed to differences in the anatomical structure of arteries and veins

Question 9

What are the main causes of high cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

The most common cause of high cholesterol is an unhealthy lifestyle. This includes unhealthy eating habits, such as eating lots of bad fats. One type, saturated fat, is found in some meats, dairy products, chocolate, baked goods, and deep-fried and processed foods

Question 10

What can happen if your cholesterol is sky high?

Accepted Answer

If your cholesterol is sky high then there can be a fatty deposit which can develop in the arteries. Sometimes these fatty deposits can also form clots which can result in stroke and other fatal consequences.

Question 11

Can you reverse plaque in your arteries?

Accepted Answer

No,one cannot reverse plaque in the arteries. However, one can prevent further plaque deposition by eating a heart healthy diet.

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