In-Depth
Peripheral artery disease (PAD)
Tests and diagnosis
- Ankle-brachial index Ankle-brachial index — Overview covers definition, results of this test for peripheral artery disease.
- Cholesterol test Cholesterol test — Overview covers how to interpret the results of this common blood test.
- C-reactive protein test C-reactive protein test — Overview covers what to expect and results from this blood test.
Causes
- Arteriosclerosis / atherosclerosis Arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment for hardening of the arteries.
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