Eric Butler 
Cardiac Biomarkers in Clinical Practice 

Cardiac biomarkers are substances that are released into the blood when the heart is damaged or stressed. Measurements ofthese biomarkers are used to help diagnose acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and cardiac ischemia, conditions associatedwith insufficient blood flow to the heart. Tests for cardiac biomarkers can also be used to help determine a person’s risk ofhaving these conditions or to help monitor and manage someone with suspected ACS and cardiac ischemia. This book is anoutstanding resource for the practicing clinician. It is well written and is an excellent summary of the different types ofbiomarkers in general and specifically of cardiac biomarkers. This book presents a systematic approach to understanding ofthe most challenging areas of the field. The concise text and numerous images facilitate access to essential information andsimplify the learning process. The present book is aimed to create a combined collection of study material for medicalprofessionals, researchers and students to understand outcome of recent researches of the field. It is a contribution of therenowned and internationally established experts. Readers will find this book valuable.