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Cardiac Testing in Los Gatos

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Do you feel unusually tired, short of breath on stairs, or just “off” even though your standard labs look normal? These can be early signs of early heart problems.

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the U.S, and 1 in 5 heart attacks occur with little or no warning. And believe it or not, heart disease can start as early as your 20s. Routine checkups often miss early signs because they focus on surface-level markers rather than the underlying cause.

At Young Wellness Center in Los Gatos, we take a proactive, data-driven approach to heart health. Our doctor-led clinic detects risk early using advanced diagnostics that go beyond traditional tests.

We use:

  • Calcium Score
  • AI-enhanced cardiac imaging to assess structure and blood flow
  • Advanced blood tests and inflammation markers to detect cardiovascular stress
  • Genetic testing to identify inherited risk patterns

Our doctors combine this data to create a personalized plan that protects your heart, restores energy, improves performance, and supports longevity.

Every 34 seconds, someone in the U.S. dies from heart disease. The real risk is not knowing yours in time.

 

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How Cardiac Testing Works

Heart disease develops silently over years. Plaque accumulates, inflammation weakens vessel walls, and metabolic changes strain the heart, often without a warning.

Conventional screenings detect late-stage signs such as chest pain, irregular heart rhythm, or high blood pressure. These are important, but they don’t reveal changes within the arteries or at the cellular level, where risk begins.

At YNC, we identify risk early and precisely using:

Your test results help us to design a longevity plan focused on optimizing heart health, energy, and long-term performance.

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Advanced Cardiac Testing at YNC 

Our Los Gatos clinic offers performance-focused heart testing to detect disease before symptoms appear.

Core Heart Tests

  • Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Score: A non-invasive CT scan that measures plaque buildup in coronary arteries. A score of zero indicates no detectable plaque. Higher scores tell us how much buildup is there and how actively we should address your risk.
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG / ECG): Evaluates heart rhythm and electrical activity. It detects irregular beats, conduction delays, and signs of previous strain or injury that may not cause symptoms yet.

 

 

Advanced AI Imaging (Cleerly)

Cleerly uses AI to create a 3D map of your coronary arteries, allowing us to:

  • Detect early, non-obstructive plaques
  • Identify plaque type, size, and location (soft or calcified)
  • Monitor changes over time
  • Design a prevention plan tailored to your risk

Blood and Inflammatory Markers

Half of the heart attacks occur in people with “normal” cholesterol. That’s why we measure additional markers:

  • Lipid panels (ApoB, LDL, HDL) to track cholesterol particles that form arterial plaque.
  • Inflammation markers (hs-CRP, Lp(a), homocysteine) to detect chronic vascular inflammation.
  • Metabolic and insulin resistance to assess insulin function and hidden cardiovascular risks.

Genetic Risk for Heart Disease

Some heart risks are inherited, and knowing your genetic profile helps us act before problems arise.

At YNC, we partner with Boston Heart Diagnostics and Allelica analyze DNA using polygenic risk scores to analyze:

  • Single-gene mutations such as Apo E4
  • Allelica’s Polygenic Risk Scores (PRS) analyze thousands to millions of genetic variants across an individual’s genome to assess their inherited susceptibility to common diseases like coronary artery disease, stroke, and or metabolic dysfunction.
  • Genetic factors affecting cholesterol metabolism, clotting, and inflammation

This allows us to create a prevention plan tailored to your DNA.

 

Routine vs. Advanced Cardiac Testing

Most clinics rely on basic labs and EKGs, which detect obvious issues but often miss hidden risks.

At YNC, we combine cutting-edge diagnostics with a holistic, functional medicine approach to identify early warning signs, treat underlying causes, and protect long-term heart health.

Here’s how routine testing compares to our advanced approach:

Test Type Routine Cardiology YNC Advanced Testing
Cholesterol Basic lipid panel (total, LDL, HDL, triglycerides) ApoB, LDL-P, particle size, Lp(a), oxidized LDL
Imaging Stress test or basic calcium score Cleerly AI coronary imaging
Inflammation Rarely tested hs-CRP, homocysteine, inflammatory cytokines
Genetics Not included Boston Heart genetics with Allelica polygenic risk scores
Approach Wait for disease then treat Detect early and prevent before symptoms appear

 

Who is Cardiac Testing for?

Advanced cardiac testing is for people who want to prevent heart disease instead of reacting to it, including those who:

  • Have a family history of heart disease
  • Experience unexplained fatigue, shortness of breath, or low energy
  • Are over 40 with risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, smoking, or a sedentary lifestyle
  • Struggle with high cholesterol, insulin resistance, or metabolic concerns
  • Want to maintain peak performance without hidden health issues
  • Prioritize long-term health and want a personalized prevention plan

 

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How Cardiac Testing Works at YNC

Step 1: Consultation

We start with a virtual or in-person consultation. Our doctors review your health history, lifestyle, risk factors, and goals to understand your heart and your needs.

Step 2: Advanced Testing 

We assess inflammation markers, metabolic and genetic factors, and perform advanced imaging and lab work to identify early changes.

Step 3: Personalized Plan

Our doctors create a personalized health plan. It may include nutrition, supplements, therapies, and lifestyle strategies, and follow-ups to maintain heart health and overall vitality.

Why Patients Trust YNC for Heart Health

YNC is a doctor-led, science-focused clinic that offers proactive, precise care to protect your heart for years.

Here’s why people trust our Los Gatos clinic:

  • Advanced Diagnostics: We use AI imaging, lab analysis, and genetic testing to uncover risks that routine tests overlook.
  • Personalized Plans: Every plan is evidence-based and tailored to your results, lifestyle, and goals.
  • Integrated Expertise: Our doctors combine cardiology with functional medicine to treat your body as a whole, not just symptoms.
  • Lasting Results: We don’t believe in quick fixes. Our focus is on your long-term heart protection.
  • Over 25 years of clinical experience, not to mention we walk the walk – our doctors routinely do the things we recommend!
“Dr. Young is a top notch professional – an ideal combination of great knowledge, skills and broad spectrum of naturopathic diagnostic methodologies and treatments, as well as a phenomenal personality that is required to be effective and successful with her patients – a doctor I was looking for years around the world and I have finally found in Los Gatos, CA. For the past three years she’s been treating me, my husband, our teenage daughter and a number of our friends and relatives with great success. I highly recommend her to anyone whose interest and needs go beyond the conventional – “symptom masking” – approach, but also to anyone who is looking for a fast-working, effective, non-invasive remedy to almost any medical problem – from the smallest to a major one.”

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FAQs

When Should I Start Cardiac Testing?

By age 45, or sooner with family history, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or metabolic issues. Early testing establishes a baseline and helps prevent problems.
What’s the Difference Between Cleerly and a Regular CT Scan?

Standard coronary calcium scores detect only calcified plaque. Cleerly uses AI to detect both soft and hard plaque, tracks location and severity, and monitors changes over time.
What Does a Complete Cardiac Workup Consist of?

At YNC, we customize testing based on your age, risk, and goals. A full workup may include:

  • Coronary artery calcium score
  • CTA (Computed Tomography Angiography) with Cleerly AI Driven Technology
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG)
  • Advanced lipid panels (ApoB, LDL-P, HDL function)
  • Inflammation markers (hs-CRP, Lp(a))
  • Metabolic markers (insulin, glucose, homocysteine)
  • Genetic risk profiling
  • Advanced coronary imaging with Cleerly

How Often Should I Repeat Heart Testing?

Frequency depends on baseline results and risk:

  • Low risk: Every 3-5 years
  • Higher risk: Every 1-2 years
  • Existing heart disease: Every 6-12 months

At our Los Gatos clinic, we set a personalized monitoring schedule so you know when and how often to test for optimal heart protection.