Transthoracic
Echocardiogram (Echo)
An Echocardiogram (Echo) is a specialised ultrasound examination which gives information regarding the size and function
of your heart.
Stress
Echocardiogram (Exercise)
A Stress Echocardiogram (Stress Echo) is a specialised ultrasound examination to assess the pumping ability of the heart
while it is working hard.
Dobutamine
Stress Echo (DSE)
A Dobutamine Stress Echo (DSE) is a specialised ultrasound examination to assess the pumping ability of the heart while
it is working hard.
Transoesophageal
Echocardiogram (TEE)
A Transoesophageal Echocardiogram is a specialised ultrasound which takes images of the heart via an ultrasonic sensor
located at the tip of an elongated probe which is placed in the oesophagus ("food pipe").
Electrocardiogram
(ECG)
An electrocardiogram (ECG) records the electrical activity of the heart and displays this as a series of rhythmic lines on a
screen.
24HR
Blood Pressure (BP) Monitor
A BP Monitor is a small portable system for measuring blood pressure over a 24 hour period.
Holter
Monitor
A Holter Monitor records the electrical activity of the heart continuously over a 24 hour period via an electrocardiogram
(ECG).
7-Day
Event Recorder
A 7-Day Event Monitor records the electrical activity of the heart continuously over a 7 day period via an electrocardiogram
(ECG).
Cardiac Consultation
An appointment with one of our cardiologists, you will require a referral from your GP.
Cardiac
MRI (CMRI)
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) produces detailed images of your heart.
Coronary
Angiogram
A Coronary Angiogram is a unique X-Ray of your heart to look for abnormalities in the coronary arteries.
CT
Coronary Angiography (CTCA)
CT stands for Computed Tomography, and is also known as a "CAT" scan. It uses X-Rays to produce images of the body.
CT Coronary Angiography (CTCA) is a new test to evaluate any abnormalities of the coronary arteries.
