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| Cardiovascular Risk Assessment |
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| How It Works |
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The Cardiovascular Risk Assessment combines testing for well-established risk factors with testing based on the latest advancements in cardiovascular research. It measures the most important cardiovascular disease markers available, including crucial new independent risk factors, which play a critical role in assessing the biochemical environment underlying cardiovascular health. |
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| Benefits |
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A Cardiovascular Risk Assessment is recommended for patients with the following history or medical conditions:
- Family history of cardiovascular disease
- Personal history of heart attack, peripheral artery disease, or coronary artery disease
- Obesity
- Diets high in saturated and trans fats
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Thyroid disorders
- Chronic illness (including chronic fatigue) and chronic stress
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Use of alcohol, nicotine, drugs (including certain medications)
- Hormonal imbalances, use of oral contraceptives, post-menopause
- Kidney disease
- Anyone who would like to optimise their health and reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease
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| Procedures |
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Two initial appointments will be needed. This will involve the following:
- Detailed questionnaire and thorough medical assessment and examination
- Detailed lifestyle, exercise and nutrition assessment
- Physical measurements including weight, Body Mass Index, blood pressure, urine
- Extensive risk factor analysis on blood testing using important risk markers
- State of the art assessment of blood vessels with Sphygmacor Analysis
- Computerised Electrocardiogram (ECG) and Lung Function Testing
- Comprehensive analysis of all the results, prepared in a folder to take away
- Detailed recommendation for a modification of the risk factors established
- Advice for an ongoing personalised monitoring program
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| Referral |
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Your doctor can refer to this service. You may also directly book at a YourHealth centre for this important Cardiovascular Risk Assessment Program. |
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| Costs |
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Please ask YourHealth reception when booking, or ask your healthcare practitioner at your next appointment. |
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| More Info |
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For more information regarding this test, any conditions, treatments or programs mentioned please contact us. |
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