- What it is: An ultrasound test of your heart at rest and during exercise to see how well it works under stress.
- What it does:
- Helps find problems with blood flow to your heart muscle.
- Useful for chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness.
- Why you might need it:
- Check for coronary artery disease (blocked arteries).
- See how well your heart valves work during exercise.
- What to expect:
- Wear comfy clothes and shoes for exercise.
- Stickers on chest for heart rate, and a cuff for blood pressure.
- Resting ultrasound, then walk on a treadmill (increasing difficulty).
- More ultrasound after exercise.
- Takes about 1 hour.
- After the test:
- Resume normal activities.
- Doctor will discuss results and next steps at a follow-up visit.
- Risks:
- Minor risks like chest pain or dizziness (rare).
- Safe when done under supervision.
Helps your doctor see how your heart works under stress!
