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Troponin
Also known as: TnI, TnT
Formal name: Cardiac-specific Troponin I an dT
Related tests: CK, CK-MB, Myoglobin, Cardiac Biomarkers
Why get tested?
To determine if you have had a heart attack or injury to heart muscle.
When to get tested?
2-3 times during a 12 to 16 hour period if you are having chest pain or
other symptoms that may be due to a heart attack.
Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm.
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