Blood Test

Cardiovascular System Tests: Blood Tests

Several different blood tests may be ordered as part of evaluating someone for a cardiovascular disease. A few of these tests include:

A fasting glucose that checks your blood sugar level to screen for diabetes.

A fasting lipid panel to check your cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

CRP test. This blood test measures C-reactive protein (CRP), a protein in the blood that shows the presence of inflammation. Inflammation is the body's response to injury. High levels of CRP may be a risk factor for heart disease (see CRP Test for Heart Disease).