What is included in this location
The required physician’s order via third-party board-certified physicians
Left Main artery score
Left Anterior Descending artery score
Left Circumflex artery score
Right Coronary artery score
Total calcium score
Percentile ranking
1:1 call with MD (after you receive your results online)
The DEXA scan provides an accurate and in-depth body composition analysis of your fat mass and lean mass, a great addition to the Calcium Score test for a complete picture of your heart and body health.
Package: Calcium Score + DEXA
The VO2 Max test provides insights into cardiovascular health and also establishes optimal heart rate zones, an ideal addition to the DEXA scan for those who are concentrated on their fitness levels.
Package: DEXA + RMR + VO2 Max
The package is designed to help you set your baseline, understand your caloric needs, and measure change over time. Whether you retest every 3, 4, or 6 months, keep yourself accountable to your wellness goals.
Package: 2 x DEXA + 1 x RMR
We are with you every step of the way, from seamless scheduling to preparing you for test day. There are no hidden costs. We coordinate your test as well as providing your results dashboard and a follow-up call.
Forget the hard to understand paper print out. Fitnescity analyzes your results, delivering you a secure, online dashboard with actionable insights within two business days of your appointment.
The calcium score test, also known as a coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan, measures the amount of calcium deposits in the coronary arteries. These deposits, known as plaque, can indicate an increased risk of heart or cardiovascular disease. It is a quick, non-invasive test with a CT scanner.
Left Main artery score
Left Anterior Descending artery score
Left Circumflex artery score
Right Coronary artery score
Total calcium score
Percentile ranking
1:1 call with MD (after you receive your results online)
A Calcium Score test can help identify individuals at risk for heart disease early on and provide helpful insight into you heart health. It’s important to note that the calcium score test does not detect all types of plaque and a high score does not always mean that a person will develop heart disease.
Here are a few reasons you might want to complete a DEXA Scan in Calcium Score test Northridge, CA (Roscoe Blvd.):
You have a family history of cardiovascular disease
You have been told you have high cholesterol or hypertension
You have diabetes
Your BMI over 25
You live a sedentary lifestyle
You are currently or have been a smoker
Yes. The great news is that Fitnescity handles facilitating orders for you. Fitnescity works with a national network of board-certified physicians to coordinate the process remotely when you purchase a scan through Fitnescity. Once you finalize scheduling for your Calcium Score appointment your form will be sent to Fitnescity’s independent network of referring doctors. This allows you to get an order without taking time off work to obtain one or paying fees to visit your doctor.
A hospital gown will be provided to wear during the test.
Once on the CT scanner bed electrodes will be placed on your chest to monitor your heart rhythm.
The test administrator will ask you to hold your breath for a few seconds at at time.
The scan will last for about 10-15 minutes; the appointment for about 30 minutes.
Do not wear any items with metal or hard plastic, such as buttons, zippers, jewelry, watches, hair clips, bras with metal clasps or underwires.
No fasting required, however you cannot consume caffeine or do any strenuous activity 24 hours before testing.
Please note that Calcium Score tests do subject you to radiation. A Calcium Score test gives a bit more radiation than a few X-rays but much less than a full CT scan. See below for more detailed information.
Due to the radiation described above, if you believe you may be pregnant, please refrain from doing the Calcium Score test.
One of the biggest concerns that people have about Calcium Score tests is safety in terms of radiation. A coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan has a low to moderate radiation level. It gives a bit more radiation than a few X-rays but much less than a full CT scan. The typical radiation dose is around 1 to 3 millisieverts (mSv). For context, natural background radiation from just living on Earth is about 3 mSv per year. For most people, the benefit outweighs the small risk, especially if you have risk factors for heart disease.
Although Calcium Score test is painless and noninvasive it’s not suitable for everyone. It is not recommended for most people under the age of 40 or over 75 years old. The test isn’t suitable for pregnant women and people who are unable to stay still for 10 to 15 minutes.
Interpreting Calcium Score test results is easier than you think. When you do a Calcium Score test with Fitnescity, you get access to your dashboard. There, you can see your results and what the values represent. Your dashboard also shows how you compare to other people of the same age or gender.
Fitnescity also gives you the option to speak 1:1 with a physician, should you have any questions about your results and how you can use them.
Your dashboard shows all results in detail and describes what they mean. That way you gain insight into your health status and what lifestyle modifications to implement for better values next time.
When completed under the right conditions, Calcium Score tests typically costs $200-405 per test, depending on whether you get a package or a single test. Outside of Northridge, CA (Roscoe Blvd.), the price varies by geography and provider.
Calcium Score tests are not covered by insurance. You can, however, use your FSA/HSA plan to cover payment for the test.
The weight limit is 450-500lbs.
For other locations, please visit the individual location’s page using this Calcium Score test finder.
Fitnescity does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or a qualified medical professional if you have any questions about your results.
