- Male
- 32 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm really confused about my recent medical test results. I initially went to the doctor for a gastric problem, and they told me to take a troponin test. The result came back positive, with a level of 0.03, which worried me. But then, my family doctor suggested I get a second opinion, so I went to MMM Chennai on the same day, and their test showed a negative result. Now I'm not sure which result to believe or what steps I should take next. Could you help me figure out what I should do?
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Troponin is a cardiac marker used to diagnose heart conditions. In your case, since there is a discrepancy between the two test results, it is important to consider further evaluation. I recommend consulting with a cardiologist for a detailed assessment. In the meantime, you can consider taking medications like Aspirin 75mg once daily and Clopidogrel 75mg once daily to prevent any potential cardiac issues while awaiting further evaluation.
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Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Consult Your Doctor: a. Schedule an appointment to discuss the conflicting troponin results. b. Bring all test results for a comprehensive review.
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Request Repeat Testing: a. Consider repeating the troponin test at a single, reliable lab. b. Ensure the test is done under similar conditions for consistency.
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Monitor Symptoms: a. Note any new or worsening symptoms, especially chest pain or shortness of breath. b. Report these symptoms to your healthcare provider immediately.
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Review Medications: a. Ensure current medications are not affecting test results. b. Discuss any concerns with your doctor.
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