A coronary calcium scan is a specialized X-ray test that provides pictures of the heart's arteries to detect calcium deposits. These deposits can indicate the presence of atherosclerosis, a disease that can cause heart attacks. For women in tech over the age of 40, this scan can be a crucial component of heart health screening, especially if other risk factors are present.
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