Can I use this test to check if I am having a heart attack?

No. A heart attack is a medical emergency. Call 911 for chest pain, chest pressure, shortness of breath, or other concerning symptoms.

Why is troponin measured more than once?

The change over time helps clinicians interpret possible heart injury. A single value is often not enough.

No. A normal single value does not rule out heart disease or a developing event. Discuss results and symptoms with a clinician.

Quest lists male less than 23 ng/L and female less than 15 ng/L on the rendered Test Directory page for this order code.

Cardiovascular

A blood test that measures high-sensitivity troponin T, a protein released when heart muscle is injured.