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  • 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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  1. Consult Your Doctor: a. Schedule an appointment to discuss the conflicting troponin results. b. Bring all test results for a comprehensive review.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Review Medications: a. Ensure current medications are not affecting test results. b. Discuss any concerns with your doctor.

Answered 10/09/2025

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