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Troponin T, High Sensitivity (hs-TnT)
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Troponin T, High Sensitivity (hs-TnT)
Quest DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
Troponin T, High Sensitivity (hs-TnT)
This test is crucial for diagnosing Acute Myocardial Infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack, and assessing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. It measures the levels of troponin T in the blood, a protein that's released when the heart muscle is damaged.
What patients is this test right for?This test is particularly important for individuals experiencing symptoms of a heart attack or those at risk for cardiovascular diseases.
Heart Attack Symptoms:• Chest pain or discomfort
• Shortness of breath
• Nausea
• Lightheadedness
• Discomfort in other areas of the upper body
What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL plasma.
It requires drawing blood into a lithium heparin (green-top) tube.
Test Resources:Not specified.
Additional test information
Diagnosis of Acute Myocardial Infarction (MI). Assessment of cardiovascular disease risk.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Plasma
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Plasma. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
Troponin T, High Sensitivity (hs-TnT)
This test is crucial for diagnosing Acute Myocardial Infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack, and assessing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. It measures the levels of troponin T in the blood, a protein that's released when the heart muscle is damaged.
What patients is this test right for?This test is particularly important for individuals experiencing symptoms of a heart attack or those at risk for cardiovascular diseases.
Heart Attack Symptoms:• Chest pain or discomfort
• Shortness of breath
• Nausea
• Lightheadedness
• Discomfort in other areas of the upper body
What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL plasma.
It requires drawing blood into a lithium heparin (green-top) tube.
Test Resources:Not specified.
Additional details
Diagnosis of Acute Myocardial Infarction (MI). Assessment of cardiovascular disease risk.
Highlighted health areas
- Cardiovascular
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Troponin T, High Sensitivity (hs-TnT)