Sonora Quest Laboratories, the market share leader in diagnostic laboratory testing in Arizona, is offering advanced tests to help patients understand the complete picture of their cardiovascular health. The comprehensive menu of advanced cardiovascular tests helps patients uncover early warning signs of heart disease and other health risks that routine tests can't detect.

Sonora Quest is the only major laboratory in Arizona offering these advanced cardiovascular tests directly to the public through their My Lab ReQuestâ„¢ menu. The advanced cardiovascular tests go beyond routine lipid panels that check HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or "good" cholesterol) and LDL (low-density lipoprotein, or "bad" cholesterol), offering a more comprehensive overview of heart health, uncovering early heart disease warning signs that may otherwise go undetected.

The advanced cardiovascular and heart health tests provide patients with an easy-to-understand report that empowers them to make proactive choices to better manage their heart health in collaboration with their doctor. The tests are recommended for anyone who may be at risk for, or has a family history of, cardiovascular disease. Common risk factors include physical inactivity, smoking, obesity, diabetes, family history and age.

“If you think you are experiencing symptoms of early heart disease, like difficulty catching your breath after light physical exertion, discomfort in your chest for more than 30 minutes at a time and unexplained pain in your upper back, chest, neck and jaw, it is essential to take a closer look at the health of your heart,” said Christina Noble, chief growth officer for Sonora Quest Laboratories. “These tests are the first steps toward taking control of your health.”

For more information about these tests and recommendations on reducing risk factors, visit http://www.SonoraQuest.com/Heart.

By Ellanna Koontz