Does cardiomyopathy show up in blood tests?

One blood test can measure B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP), a protein produced in your heart. Your blood level of BNP might rise when your heart is in heart failure, a common complication of cardiomyopathy. Genetic testing or screening. Cardiomyopathy can be passed down through families (inherited).

Can you have cardiomyopathy and not know it?

There might be no signs or symptoms in the early stages of cardiomyopathy. But as the condition advances, signs and symptoms usually appear, including: Breathlessness with activity or even at rest. Swelling of the legs, ankles and feet.

Can you have a normal echocardiogram and still have heart problems?

The PVC or VT typically does not result in heart attack or heart failure, especially if the echo is normal. Your chest pain could just be from the PVC’s. But generally it is a good idea to have your local doctor evaluate your chest pain and, if needed, order further tests.

How do you detect cardiomyopathy?

Diagnosing cardiomyopathy The diagnosis of cardiomyopathy is often clear from an individual’s descriptions of his or her symptoms, the results of a physical examination, and the results of a chest x-ray, echocardiogram, and electrocardiogram. Occasionally, a test called an endomyocardial biopsy is necessary.

What is checked in a routine blood test?

A typical routine blood test is the complete blood count, also called CBC, to count your red and white blood cells as well as measure your hemoglobin levels and other blood components. This test can uncover anemia, infection, and even cancer of the blood.

How is cardiomyopathy detected?

Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG): An EKG records the heart’s electrical activity, showing how fast the heart is beating and whether its rhythm is steady or irregular. An EKG can be used to detect cardiomyopathy as well as other problems, including heart attacks, arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) and heart failure.