Elevated levels of cardiac markers typically indicate heart muscle damage or stress, such as that caused by a heart attack.

No special preparation is required. Inform your healthcare provider about any medications or symptoms you are experiencing.

Results are usually available within a few hours. Rapid testing is critical for timely diagnosis and treatment.

While it is highly effective for diagnosing myocardial infarction and assessing heart damage, it may need to be combined with other tests for comprehensive evaluation.

Discuss abnormal results with your healthcare provider to determine the appropriate next steps for treatment or further evaluation.

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The test measures the number of eosinophils in the blood to assess immune system activity and detect various conditions.

No, fasting is not required for this test.

Elevated counts can be caused by allergic reactions, parasitic infections, autoimmune diseases, and certain cancers.

The test involves a simple blood draw, which may cause slight discomfort but is generally well-tolerated.

Results are typically available within a few hours to a day