Stress Echo in Bundoora

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What is a Stress Echocardiogram?

A stress echo combines an ultrasound of your heart with a treadmill exercise test. It shows how well your heart is working, both at rest and under exertion, and gives your cardiologist a clear picture of how likely you are to have blockages in the arteries supplying your heart.

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What to expect

You will walk on a treadmill while your heart rate, blood pressure and ECG are monitored. Ultrasound images are taken before and immediately after exercise to compare how your heart moves and pumps under stress.

A doctor supervises the test at all times, from start to finish.

 

How to prepare

• Fast for 2 hours before your test.

• Some medications need to be stopped beforehand. Check with your referring doctor, or call us if you are unsure.

• Avoid caffeine before the test, including coffee, tea, soft drinks and chocolate.

• Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.