CARDIOVASCULAR/TROPONIN

Question 1

Troponin I

1. Used to dx?
2. Levels rise in how many hours?
3. Troponin I stays in blood stream how long?

Answer 1

1. MI or myocardial injury
2. 4-6 hours
3. 10-14 days

Question 2

Troponin I

Serum values

Troponin I level is VERY low

(score for pulling I shaped waterskiers)

Answer 2

<0.1

Question 3

Troponin T

1. Used to dx?
2. Detected in blood when?
3. How long does Troponin T stay in the blood stream?

Answer 3

1. MI
2. 4-6 hrs
3. 10-14 days

Question 4

Troponin T

Lab Value

1. (ski judge gives Troponin T a lower score than Troponin I because the I formation is easier no high five for them!)
2. They also left their heart wearing a tutu under the tree!

Answer 4

1. 0.5
2. 0.5-2.3 greater than 2.3 indicates MI