- What it is: A painless test to measure your heart’s electrical activity.
- What it does:
- Checks your heart rhythm and electrical flow.
- Helps diagnose heart problems like arrhythmias and heart attacks.
- Why you might need it:
- Chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations.
- Routine check-up, pre-surgery screening, monitoring heart conditions.
- What to expect:
- Lie down, relax.
- Stickers placed on chest, arms, and legs.
- Quick and painless recording of your heart’s electrical activity.
- After the test:
- Resume normal activities.
- Doctor will discuss results and next steps.
- Risks:
- Minor skin irritation from stickers.
- Rarely, inaccurate results or allergic reactions.