Health checkup facilities offering Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Stiffness) Test in Miyazaki

A test that measures arterial stiffness and degree of blockage to assess the risk of stroke and myocardial infarction

What Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Stiffness) Test can reveal & when to get it

Main conditions it can detect and evaluate

Degree of arteriosclerosis progression
Vascular age
Peripheral artery disease (blockage in the blood vessels of the legs)

When to consider this test

Screening interval: Elective (opt-in) screening. Those with risk factors should consult their physician, with approximately once a year as a general guideline.

Benefits

○Painless and quick — assesses vascular condition in a short time
○Results are easy to understand, presented as a vascular age
○Provides motivation for lifestyle improvement

Points to note when getting tested

!Measured values can fluctuate depending on blood pressure and physical condition at the time of testing
!Imaging studies such as ultrasound or CT may be required for a definitive diagnosis
!Results should be interpreted together with other risk factors

Facilities offering Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Stiffness) Test in Miyazaki

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(財)宮崎県健康づくり協会

認定施設

宮崎県宮崎市霧島1-1-2

JR宮崎駅よりタクシーで約15分、または宮交シティ・ナナイロ前バス停から県病院経由平和台行きバスで花殿町バス停下車

ドック学会全衛連会員

バリウム腹部エコーマンモグラフィー乳腺エコー子宮頸がんCT+2

人間ドックがん検診後期高齢者健康診査

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社会医療法人善仁会　宮崎善仁会病院

宮崎県宮崎市新別府町江口950-1

「イオン宮崎SC」バス停より徒歩2〜3分（JR宮崎駅よりバスまたは車で約10分）

病院健保連契約

胃カメラバリウム腹部エコーMRIPETマンモグラフィー+10

駐車場あり宿泊ドックあり健保補助対応

脳ドック宿泊ドック日帰りドック

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Frequently asked questions about Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Stiffness) Test in Miyazaki

Where can I get Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Stiffness) Test in Miyazaki?

Miyazaki has 2 health checkup facilities offering Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Stiffness) Test, of which 1 are member facilities of the Japan Society of Ningen Dock and Preventive Medicine. You can compare them by price, access, and test content in the facility list on this page.

What conditions can Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Stiffness) Test detect?

This test measures arterial stiffness (CAVI/PWV) and the degree of arterial narrowing or blockage (ABI) to assess the progression of arteriosclerosis. By simultaneously measuring blood pressure and pulse waves in the arms and legs, it provides an indication of your vascular age. It is mainly used to detect and evaluate conditions such as Degree of arteriosclerosis progression, Vascular age, Peripheral artery disease (blockage in the blood vessels of the legs).

Who should get Arteriosclerosis (Arterial Stiffness) Test, and how often?

Particularly useful for individuals with risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, dyslipidemia, smoking, or obesity. There is no age restriction, and the test can serve as a starting point for reviewing and improving lifestyle habits. As a general guideline, the recommended screening interval is Elective (opt-in) screening. Those with risk factors should consult their physician, with approximately once a year as a general guideline.. For details, please consult the physician at your chosen facility.