Over 90 biomarkers discovered that help predict an imminent heart attack within 6 months
Posted on 19.02.2024 at 07:00 Posted on 19.02.2024 at 07:00 Modified on 18.02.2024 at 22:28 Views 60
Research has shown that a simple blood test can predict how imminent a heart attack is. [사진=게티이미지뱅크]One study showed that a standard blood test can predict the likelihood of a heart attack within 6 months.
A recent study published in the journal Nature Cardiovascular Research identified more than 90 biomarkers associated with heart attack risk in standard blood tests. The researchers obtained these results by collecting and analyzing blood samples from 420 people at least six months before their first heart attack and comparing them to 1,600 healthy people. Biomarkers are indicators that can detect changes in the body using proteins, DNA, metabolites, etc.
The American health media “Healthday” quoted the researchers and said that blood samples currently collected in medical centers are sufficient to predict whether a heart attack is imminent. Heart attacks are the most common cause of death in the world, but most of the risk factors that cause heart attacks exist long before an emergency occurs, making it difficult to predict the timing of a heart attack.
The researchers also added information such as age, gender, education, height, waist circumference, cholesterol level, smoking status and diabetes to the results of this study to develop a tool to determine the risk of developing a heart attack within the next six months. . Done. “Knowing that you are at high risk of having a heart attack may make you more motivated to prevent it,” the researchers said, adding, “We hope that this tool will serve as a strong motivator for deciding to take medications to prevent a heart attack.” or quit smoking.”
Heart attacks usually occur when the heart muscle doesn’t work properly or blood clots harden and block the blood vessels leading to the heart, resulting in brain damage or death. More than 70% of heart attack patients experience severe chest pain, increased heart rate, irregular heartbeat, and difficulty breathing for a few days to several months, as well as pain in the arms, neck, jaw, and shoulders, Nausea, dizziness and fatigue, anxiety and hyperhidrosis are also considered precursor symptoms of a heart attack.
To prevent a heart attack, you need to get appropriate prescriptions and medications early, eat a healthy diet that reduces saturated fat and cholesterol, and engage in regular aerobic exercise such as walking or cycling. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes or heart disease, you need to pay more attention to even small changes in your body. Even if your blood cholesterol or triglyceride levels are high, blood clots can easily form, so if you experience any abnormal symptoms it is best to go to the hospital immediately. Quitting smoking and drinking is also essential.
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