What is Troponin I?

Troponin I are special proteins taken from the heart tissue into the blood during a heart attack. The higher the troponin level, the more heart tissue is damaged. Troponin tests are tests that measure the level of these proteins released into the blood.
The troponin test is used by the doctor to determine how urgent the situation is in people who are admitted to the hospital with chest pain, shortness of breath, or other heart attack symptoms. If suspicion is high, the test is repeated after 2 or 4 hours if necessary.
The level of troponin in the blood is not normally detected in most blood tests. Elevations of troponin in the blood can be detected with high-sensitivity test kits. Troponin test results should be evaluated by a doctor. A normal troponin test level measured 12 hours after the chest pain begins may indicate that there is no cardiovascular emergency.
Troponin test is a blood test performed when the doctor deems it necessary. The result is obtained by measuring the troponin level in the blood sample taken from the venous route.

What is the Importance of Troponin I Test in Heart Attack?

Even a slight increase in troponin values ​​can indicate damage to heart tissue. With high-sensitivity kits, troponin elevation can be detected early after the onset of chest pain. In this way, early diagnosis may be possible before severe symptoms occur in a heart attack.

In Which Complaints Can Troponin I Test Be Requested?

Pain in the neck, back, arm or jaw
intense sweating
dizziness
Nausea
Shortness of breath

What is Troponin I High?

If the troponin level is high, emergency treatment for a heart attack may be initiated. If urgent coronary angiography is required for treatment, stent procedure or surgical method can be used.

What is Troponin I Negative?

Troponin negative means there is no damage to the heart.