Modalities
Do not eat or drink for four hours prior to the test, and consume no
caffeine for 24 hours prior to the test.
Avoid any strenuous physical activity on the day of the test because you will need to exert yourself maximally if you are doing an exercise test.
Bring busy material. You will have periods of waiting throughout the test so bring a book, newspaper, knitting or something. to keep you busy.
No smoking four hours prior to the test. Smoking may interfere with the test results. (You shouldn’t be smoking anyway!)
Wear a comfortable two-piece outfit and comfortable shoes. A hospital gown can be provided and men may be asked to take off their shirt.
Do not wear oils or lotions before your test. Small sticky patches (electrodes) will need to stick to your chest.
Your physician may also ask you to stop taking some of your heart medications on the day of your test. If you have any questions about your medications, ask your physician.
Note: Do not discontinue any medication without first talking to our office.
Avoid any strenuous physical activity on the day of the test because you will need to exert yourself maximally if you are doing an exercise test.
Bring busy material. You will have periods of waiting throughout the test so bring a book, newspaper, knitting or something. to keep you busy.
No smoking four hours prior to the test. Smoking may interfere with the test results. (You shouldn’t be smoking anyway!)
Wear a comfortable two-piece outfit and comfortable shoes. A hospital gown can be provided and men may be asked to take off their shirt.
Do not wear oils or lotions before your test. Small sticky patches (electrodes) will need to stick to your chest.
Your physician may also ask you to stop taking some of your heart medications on the day of your test. If you have any questions about your medications, ask your physician.
Note: Do not discontinue any medication without first talking to our office.
Dual Isotope Cardiac Stress Test
Dual Isotope Cardiac Stress Test
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