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Your medical record will be reviewed to assess other risk factors you have for PAD. Blood tests looking for signs of diabetes, kidney disease and high cholesterol may be done. If your doctor suspects you have PAD, then they will likely arrange for you to have an Ankle-Brachial Index test (ABI).
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BetaBlood tests. Blood tests are done to check for things that increase the risk of PAD, such as high cholesterol and high blood sugar. Ankle-brachial index (ABI). This is a common test used to diagnose PAD. It compares the blood pressure in the ankle with the blood pressure in the arm. You may be asked to walk on a treadmill.
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BetaSee a detailed illustration of the ABI test. If your ABI is abnormal, you may need more testing. Your health care professional may recommend one of these tests: Duplex ultrasonography: The non-invasive test visualizes the arteries and veins with sound waves and measures blood flow to indicate the presence of a blockage.
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BetaFurther testing. In most cases, the GP will be able to confirm a diagnosis of PAD by doing a physical examination, asking about your symptoms and checking your ABPI score. Further testing is usually only required if: there's uncertainty about the diagnosis. For example, if you have leg pain but your ABPI score is normal
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BetaThe ankle-brachial index (ABI) test is usually the first test used to diagnose PAD. The test compares blood pressure in your ankle with the blood pressure in your arm. Your provider uses a blood pressure cuff and ultrasound device for this painless test. A drawing of the ankle-brachial index test. A healthy ABI result is 1.00 or greater.
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BetaSeveral imaging tests can be used to diagnose PAD: Vascular ultrasound. This exam uses sound waves to create pictures of the arteries and locate blockages. Doppler ultrasound: Doppler ultrasound is a special ultrasound technique that can help detect areas of restricted blood flow through an artery.
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BetaWhat Tests Are Performed To Diagnose PAD? There are several ways to confirm a PAD diagnosis. To begin, your doctor will look for weak pulses in your limbs. They will also examine your legs and arms for other common signs of PAD like skin changes, open wounds, lack of hair, coldness, and poor nail growth. Finally, your doctor may request one or ...
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BetaDiagnostic Tests for PAD. Following are some tests that can be performed to diagnose peripheral arterial disease potentially: Blood test. Blood tests can be performed to check for cholesterol levels, diabetes, and triglycerides that can lead to peripheral arterial disease. ABI. ABI, ankle-brachial index, is a practical and standard test that ...
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BetaDiagnostic Tests for PAD. Several PAD diagnosis tests are used to confirm the condition and evaluate its severity: Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI): A non-invasive test that compares blood pressure in the arms and legs to detect reduced blood flow. CT Angiography: A minimally invasive test using contrast dye and CT imaging to provide detailed imaging of the arteries.
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BetaThe test involves directly feeling the pulse and listening with a stethoscope in the groin (inguinal region), behind the knees, and ankles to examine the condition of the blood flow. The pulse will be weak or difficult to find if there is an area where an artery has become narrowed or obstructed.
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