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Nuclear Stress Test
General Information
If your heart is showing signs that it’s not beating as it should, a nuclear stress test can reveal what’s wrong. Also known as a cardiac stress test, this minimally invasive procedure provides an in-depth look at your heart’s blood performance – specifically how blood is flowing through your heart during periods of rest and exercise.
To provide the communities we serve with comprehensive heart diagnostic services, Goshen Heart & Vascular Center offers nuclear stress testing. Talk to your primary care provider about getting a heart screening with us. If you don’t have a primary care provider, call (574) 537-5000 for a referral.
Do I need a nuclear stress test?
The results from your nuclear stress test will help your care team diagnose, treat and manage a heart & vascular condition.
You may need a nuclear stress test if:
- You can’t maintain a high level of intensity during exercise
- You are experiencing chest pain or arrhythmia
- Your doctor needs to evaluate a previous heart treatment
- You recently had a stent
Your doctor may use a nuclear stress test along with another heart screening to get a complete snapshot of your heart health.
Getting a nuclear stress test at Goshen Heart & Vascular Center
The procedure can take up to four hours to complete. It begins with the placement of an IV that administers the dye. After a 45-minute waiting period, the technician will perform a heart scan and then have you walk on a treadmill or use a stationary bike. Instead of physically exercising, you may be given a medicine that simulates the effects of vigorous exercise. Then, you’ll receive a final dose of the dye and a second heart scan.
Some people experience flushing, chest discomfort, palpitations and breathlessness during the test. Talk to your technician about ways to make your experience comfortable.
We can help
Want to know how your heart’s doing? Ask your doctor about a thallium stress test at Goshen Heart & Vascular Center. Call (574) 537-5000 to learn more.
Thallium Stress Test
If your heart is showing signs that it’s not beating as it should, a thallium stress test can reveal what’s wrong. Also known as a nuclear stress test or cardiac stress test, this minimally invasive procedure provides an in-depth look at your heart’s blood performance – specifically how blood is flowing through your heart during periods of rest and exercise.
To provide the communities we serve with comprehensive heart diagnostic services, Goshen Heart & Vascular Center offers thallium stress testing in Goshen, IN. Talk to your primary care provider about getting a heart screening with us. If you don’t have a primary care provider, call (574) 537-5000 for a referral.
Do I need a thallium stress test?
The results from your thallium stress test will help your care team diagnose, treat and manage a Heart & Vascular condition.
You may need a thallium stress test if:
- You can’t maintain a high level of intensity during exercise
- You are experiencing chest pain or arrhythmia
- Your doctor needs to evaluate a previous heart treatment
- You recently had a stent
Your doctor may use a nuclear stress test along with another heart screening to get a complete snapshot of your heart health.
Getting a nuclear stress test at Goshen Heart & Vascular Center
The procedure can take up to four hours to complete. It begins with the placement of an IV that administers the thallium dye. After a 45-minute waiting period, the technician will perform a heart scan and then have you walk on a treadmill or use a stationary bike. Instead of physically exercising, you may be given a medicine that simulates the effects of vigorous exercise. Then, you’ll receive a final dose of thallium and a second heart scan.
Some people experience flushing, chest discomfort, palpitations and breathlessness during the test. Talk to your technician about ways to make your experience comfortable.
We can help
Want to know how your heart’s doing? Ask your doctor about a thallium stress test at Goshen Heart & Vascular Center. Call (574) 537-5000 to learn more.