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Creatine Kinase (CK) Test


Related tests: CK-MB, Myoglobin, Troponin

At a Glance

Why Get Tested?

To find out if you have had a heart attack and if other muscles in your body have been damaged

When to Get Tested?

If you have chest pain or muscle pain and weakness

Sample Required?

A blood sample taken from a vein in the arm