Why get tested? To help rule out myocardial ischemia (decreased blood flow to the heart)
When to get tested? When you have had chest pain for a few minutes to a few hours and your doctor wants to better determine if you have had or are having a myocardial infarction (heart attack)
Sample required? A blood sample drawn from a vein in your arm
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