Hi,I am Dr. Prabhakar Koregol (Cardiologist). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Will An Anxiety Attack Elevate Troponin Level In The Blood?
I have recently been discharged from hospital after which the consultants thought was a heart attack. My trponin were raised. I have had an angiogram and my arteries are excellent, no problems. I know am waiting for an MRI. Can an anxiety attack raise troponins in the blood? I am 43 yrs old 13 stone and 5ft 4ins
Thogh trop i is very specific for cardiac disease yet if coronary angigram is normal ,it was not a heart attack some other condition associated with increase in levels of troponin are - primary pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolism, and acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), right ventricular strain with increased wall tension and ischemia. these condition can cause chest pain and increased trops. dont worry if angio is normal its not cardiac
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Will An Anxiety Attack Elevate Troponin Level In The Blood?
Thogh trop i is very specific for cardiac disease yet if coronary angigram is normal ,it was not a heart attack some other condition associated with increase in levels of troponin are - primary pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolism, and acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), right ventricular strain with increased wall tension and ischemia. these condition can cause chest pain and increased trops. dont worry if angio is normal its not cardiac