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  • 38 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm a bit confused about my recent TMT test results. It says the TMT is negative for RMI. Can you explain what this means and how it might be relevant to my health? I'm just trying to understand the implications.

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

it means the report is NORMAL .

Dr. Shubham Suggests...

Consult a Cardiologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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