- Helps determine the cause of chest pain
- Helps identify irregular heartbeats
- Helps evaluate heart- related signs and symptoms such as shortness of breath, dizziness, fatigue or fainting
- Helps assess the function of an implanted pacemaker
- Helps determine the effectiveness of certain heart medications
Preparation
Generally fasting is not required before the procedure. Depending on your condition your doctor will recommend any additional/ specific preparation. You need to notify your doctor if you are taking medications or have a pacemaker implanted.
