DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES

 Cardiology consultation is a very important aspect of medical treatment. It is an opportunity for patients to discuss their cardiac problems, current complaints, understand the risks and complications and to adopt healthy lifestyle habits. 

 An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test which measures the electrical activity of your heart to show whether or not it is working normally. An ECG records the heart's rhythm and activity on a moving strip of paper or a line on a screen. 

 An echocardiogram uses sound waves (ultrasound) to make a moving picture of the heart. It shows if your heart has a problem pumping blood. And it can help determine if you are at risk for a heart attack or heart failure. ... If your health care provider thinks you might have heart disease, the test can be a good idea. 

 A standard exercise stress test uses an EKG (electrocardiogram) to monitor changes in your heart's electrical activity. ... They also show your heart valves and the movement of your heart muscle. Doctors use both types of stress tests to look for signs that your heart isn't getting enough blood flow during exercise. 

 Over a specified time, the Holter monitor may be able to detect irregularities in your heart rhythm that an electrocardiogram couldn't detect. ... Your doctor may suggest you wear a Holter monitor for 1-2 days or up to 2 weeks, even if you haven't had any symptoms of an abnormal heartbeat. 

 Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) is when your blood pressure is being measured as you move around, living your normal daily life. It is normally carried over 24-48 hours