Question

A 48-year-old woman with suspected ACS presents >3 hours after onset. hs‑cTnT is below LoQ at presentation; she is low risk and pain resolved. Which is an acceptable strategy per guideline?

Accepted Answer

Use a validated single‑sample rule‑out after ≥3 hours if below LoQ and low risk

Answer

Single hs‑cTn to discharge without repeat in all cases

Answer

Use CK‑MB instead of troponin for faster rule‑out

Answer

Admit everyone for stress testing

Answer

Start heparin universally

Practice question

A 48-year-old woman with suspected ACS presents >3 hours after onset. hs‑cTnT is below LoQ at presentation; she is low risk and pain resolved. Which is an acceptable strategy per guideline?