Exercise ECG
Exercise ECGWhat is an Exercise ECG?An ECG, or electrocardiogram, is a graphic representation of the electrical activity of the heart muscle as it contracts and relaxes. If your doctor assesses that you are at significant risk of coronary artery disease (over 40 years of age with at least 2 risk factors), an exercise ECG may be requested. The test provides useful information on whether there is evidence of narrowing of the coronary arteries of the heart. The test is done at London Medical by an ACLS trained/certificated nurse. What Does the Test Involve?London Medical uses an incremental treadmill protocol where both the speed of the track and its gradient are increased every 3 minutes. You will be asked to walk and then jog on the treadmill with the exercise level increased in stages until the predicted maximum heart rate is achieved or symptoms, fatigue or measurements dictate that the test is ended sooner. A recovery period of at least 5 minutes follows during which BP & Pulse Rate measurements continue. The Results:The report is sent on the same day to a Consultant Cardiologist who reports his/her findings. Unless abnormal, the results will be discussed at a follow up appointment with your referring Consultant. |  |
