Cardiovascular Diagnostics

Question 1

Myocardial Infarction (MI)

Answer 1

Definition: Commonly known as a heart attack; occurs when blood flow to part of the heart is blocked.
Diagnostic Tools: ECG, blood tests for elevated levels of troponin (a protein).

Question 2

Ischaemia

Answer 2

Definition: Reduced blood flow that can lead to tissue damage.
Example: Coronary ischaemia may cause angina or a heart attack.

Question 3

Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)

Answer 3

Definition: A test measuring the heart’s electrical activity.
Use: Diagnoses arrhythmias, heart attacks, or other heart conditions.

Question 4

Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK)

Answer 4

Definition: An enzyme; high levels can indicate muscle damage, including in the heart.
Example: Checked in patients suspected of having a heart attack.