Cardiac Function: Biochemical Markers

Keywords: Biomarkers, Heart Failure

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

• list and discuss the recommended biomarkers for diagnosis of myocardial infarction and heart failure.
• list and discuss the recommended biomarkers for risk stratification of myocardial infarction and heart failure.
• explain the process for determination of decision cutoff levels for diagnosis of myocardial infarction and heart failure.

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 n the activities.

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