Cardiac Markers

Keywords: Myocardial Infarction, Cardiac Ischemia

Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• discuss the clinical uses of troponin measurements in addition to diagnosis of a myocardial infarction (MI).
• list potential markers of cardiac ischemia.
• describe the principle of the assay to measure ischemia modified albumin (IMA).

The ASCP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activities.

ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1 CMLE credits. This activity meets CMP and state licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.