[Value of biochemical marker detection in risk stratification in patients with acute coronary syndrome].

Objective: To assess the value of biochemical marker detection in risk stratification in hospitalized patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS).

Methods: A total of 264 consecutive patients (180 male and 84 female patients) admitted for complaint of chest tightness or/and pain were evaluated for a decision of coronary angiography (CAG) within 24 h after admission. The patients were divided into two groups to receive emergency or elective CAG.