I did a whole bunch of tests about 14 years ago when I was able to have Dr Arthur Agotsten as my cardiologist. At the time, the test included the Berkeley cardioprofile which, I understand is no longer being offered. The blood work covered a lot of information and the booklet given to the patient was really helpful in explaining stuff. That's where I found out that I have some genetic cardio issue.

But the good news is that, for reasons I don't understand but probably also genetic, I tend to make more of the larger non-sticky cholesterol molecules so at that time had a cardiac calcium score of zero. The stress test, carotid artery test, and Endopat results were also good. So I had some bad news and some good news I guess. I still have a really low calcium score and a recent carotid artery test also was reassuring. I cannot take statins as they caused severe myalgia so it was reassuring that despite whatever genetic bad news exists, I don't seem to be suffering a plaque buildup anywhere. At least I hope that's what these all mean, LOL.

What I found interesting is that my cholesterol dropped by 36 points over the past 4 months and about the only thing I've done differently is eaten tons of homemade applesauce because I like it. I think my cardiologist was surprised to see that point drop with no other change in diet or lifestyle. It's also good news because I cannot tolerate statins in any form.