Heart Tests: When Do You Need Them?

References

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Author:	Cynthia Tank	Last Updated: February 10, 2010
Medical Review:	E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine John A. McPherson, MD, FACC, FSCAI - Cardiology
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