@jlharsh yes, beyond standard testing, it's helpful to know the results of a calcium score test which places a number on risk of hardened plaque in the 4 arteries leading to the heart: the main aorta and 3 minor ones. A score under 100 is preferred; over 100 be cautious; over 200 see a cardio and over 300 begin measures to address the issue. In addition, lp(a) and lp(b) levels are measured as well as APO B (number of so called minion carrying cholesterol throughout your arteries. This number should be low.