Stress ECHO

Stress Echo Test

The heart’s working of blood vessels can be determined with the Stress Echo Test. It is also known as Stress Echocardiography, in which you’re expected to stand on a treadmill or a stationary bike, during which the doctors will check your BP & rhythm. Furthermore, As the heart levels reach their maximum capacity, the health professionals will check whether your heart is getting adequate blood and oxygen during the process or not. Those struggling with chest pain which may take place due to Coronary Artery Disease (a type of heart attack), must take this test. This also helps the professionals determine how much exercise an individual can tolerate while staying in Cardiac Rehabilitation.

Risk Factors Associated with Stress Echocardiography

Stress Echocardiography is a completely safe and non-invasive procedure. It hardly has any complications, but if they occur have been listed as follows:

Abnormal Heart Rhythm
Fainting or dizziness
Possibility of a heart attack

What Preparations to Make Before Echocardiography?

The test is usually performed in an Echocardiography lab, also known as the Echo lab. The doctor can carry out this test in his office. The test duration is between 45-60 minutes. You’re expected to take care of the following things before the test:

Ensure that you don’t have meals or drink anything before the test
Avoid smoking as Nicotine might become an impediment in the test
Avoid coffee or taking any medicines that include Caffeine
Ensure that you have a word with the doctor in advance while taking medicines on the test day
You must wear loose-fitting clothes with good walking & running shoes.