Complexity in diagnosis has created gaps in recommended Cardiometabolic screening
The first step in gaining more clarity is to identify and evaluate cardiometabolic risks. The latest guidelines from leading medical organizations—including the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), American Heart Association, and American Diabetes Association—have evolved to recommend screening for comorbid cardiometabolic conditions.5-7
However, many patients with potential cardiometabolic multi-morbidities do not receive recommended screenings. For example, patients with diabetes and hypertension are at risk for CKD, yet only 13% receive guideline-recommended testing in routine care.8
Determining the right diagnostic test is crucial
Cardiometabolic conditions require a laboratory-based diagnosis. Tests such as lipid panels and glycemic assays remain foundational to assess a patient’s risk of developing CVD or diabetes.
Evolving guidelines and advanced biomarkers have made it necessary for primary care providers to have deep expertise across a wide range of specialties to determine the appropriate diagnostic test. With the number of patients with multi-comorbid conditions growing, having a simplified way to efficiently identify those most at-risk for developing cardiometabolic conditions is key.
How to help patients living with comorbid chronic conditions
Download our guide to learn more about identifying and monitoring for significant cardiometabolic conditions and the broad range of tests Labcorp offers to screen for them.