Preventive Cardiology
& Advanced Heart Screening
Preventive cardiology at TruVida Health focuses on identifying signs of heart and vascular disease early, when changes are still possible. We pair advanced testing with practical, personalized prevention plans.
Why Preventive Cardiology Matters
Many people have plaque in their arteries for years before symptoms appear. Advanced screening can help:
- Detect early changes in blood vessels and artery walls
- Clarify your true risk if family history or labs are unclear
- Guide decisions about lifestyle, supplements, and medications
EndoPAT Endothelial Function Testing
EndoPAT is a noninvasive test that measures how well the lining of your blood vessels (the endothelium) responds to increased blood flow using fingertip probes.
- Helps detect early vascular dysfunction linked to future cardiovascular events
- Can be useful for patients with risk factors even when standard tests look normal
- May be repeated over time to monitor response to lifestyle or treatment changes
Boston Heart & Cardio IQ Comprehensive Assessments
For many patients, a standard cholesterol test is only part of the story.
- Boston Heart Comprehensive Assessment evaluates advanced lipids and other biomarkers to better understand your cardiovascular risk and guide tailored nutrition and lifestyle programs.
- Cardio IQ from Quest Diagnostics offers advanced lipid panels including particle size and number, as well as inflammatory markers, for individualized risk assessment.
Having access to both allows us to select the most suitable test for your specific situation.
Coronary Calcium Score (Heart Score)
A coronary artery calcium score is a specialized CT scan that measures the amount of calcified plaque in the coronary arteries.
- Generates a numeric “score” that correlates with your risk of heart attack
- Particularly helpful for people with intermediate risk based on age, cholesterol, and family history
- Noninvasive and typically quick, with no contrast dye required
Carotid Intima Media Thickness Ultrasound (CIMT)
CIMT is a painless ultrasound study of the carotid arteries in the neck that measures the thickness of the artery wall and detects the presence of plaque.
- Helps identify early atherosclerosis before symptoms appear
- Provides another window into your overall vascular health
- Can be tracked over time to monitor improvement
Cleerly Comprehensive Coronary Angiographic Evaluation
Cleerly uses artificial intelligence to analyze coronary CT angiography (CCTA) images and quantify plaque throughout the heart arteries.
- Differentiates types of plaque (for example, calcified vs noncalcified)
- Measures overall plaque burden and narrowing in each artery
- Helps personalize prevention and treatment strategies to reduce heart attack risk
Turning Results Into Action
Test results are only useful if they change what you do next. After your evaluation, we will:
- Explain your results in clear, understandable language
- Estimate your short and long-term risk
- Recommend specific changes in lifestyle, supplements, and medications
- Decide when repeat testing makes sense
Preventive Cardiology in Lancaster, CA
Meet with the preventive cardiology team at TruVida Health in Lancaster, CA to discuss EndoPat, imaging options, advanced labs, and a tailored plan to lower future heart risk.