Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a very common heart condition in the United States. One in seven deaths among Americans is caused by CAD. CAD can cause a narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries (vessels to the heart that supply the heart with blood, oxygen, and nutrients), reducing blood flow to the heart muscle. This narrowing or blockage in the coronary arteries is often referred to as CAD, and is characterized by the presence of atherosclerotic plaque.
The Corus CAD blood test provides information about the likelihood of obstructive CAD at the time your blood is drawn and can help your doctor understand what may be causing your symptoms.
Corus CAD is a blood test that: