Aorta Screening
An ultrasound scan is used to detect cholesterol buildup/plaque and/or aneurysm in the abdominal aortic artery.
Risk Factors
- History of carotid disease, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure
- Family history of heart disease or stroke
- Smoker
- Diabetic
- Abnormal heart score
- Calcium on x-ray
- Age: Over age 40