Make sure that your last meal is well digested before taking a stress test. Make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes and a two-piece out fit. Females will be asked to wear a paper cape from the waist up. Although you will not have to exercise for long, the entire test takes about 30 minutes. You should allow extra time to check in at the front desk.
Preliminary rests are available immediately after the test.
The final results will be sent to your physician within a few days. The information that is provided by the stress test will help your doctor make an accurate diagnosis of your heart and develop your treatment plan. Your doctor can review your test results and your treatment plan with you in detail. You will be asked to read and sign a consent form Small electrodes will be applied to your chest for monitoring your heart. A blood pressure monitor will be applied to your arm.