This test can be used to estimate a woman's risk of developing coronary heart disease. Fill in your points for each risk factor. Then total them to find out your risk.
___ Age (in years)
0 points – less than 42, 1 point – 42-44, 2 points – 45 to 54, 3 points – 55 to 73, 4 points 74+
___ Family History
2 points – my family has a history of heart disease or heart attacks before the age of 60
___ Inactive Lifestyle
1 point – rarely exercise or do anything physically demanding
___ Weight
1 point – I'm more than 20 pounds over my ideal weight
___ Smoking
1 point – I am a smoker
___ Diabetic
2 points – I am a diabetic
___ Total Cholesterol Level
0 points – less than 240 mg/dl, 1 point – 240-315 mg/dl, 2 points – more than 315 mg/dl
___ HDL level (good cholesterol)
0 points – 39-59 mg/dl, 1 point – 30-38 mg/dl, 2 points – under 30 mg/dl, -1 point – over 60 mg/dl
___ Blood Pressure
I don't take blood pressure medication; my blood pressure is: (use your top or higher blood pressure number)
0 points – less than 140 mmhg, 1 point – 140-170 mmhg, 2 points – greater than 170 mmhg
___ Total Points
If you scored 4 points or more, you could be above average risk for a first heart attack compared to the general adult population. The more points you score, the higher your risk.
Use this test as a general guide. If you have already had a heart attack or have heart disease your heart attack risk is significantly higher. Only your doctor can evaluate your risk and recommend treatment plans to reduce your risk. If you don't know your cholesterol level or blood pressure, ask your doctor if your levels should be checked.
For a referral to a Women's HeartAdvantage certified physician or for more information, call 314.747.WELL (314.747.9355) or toll-free 877.747.9355.
