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Heart Care
Exercise Stress Test
This test determines how well your heart functions when it is working harder during exercise. While walking on a treadmill, your heart rate, blood pressure, electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) and symptoms are monitored. If you are unable to walk on a treadmill, a medication (dobutamine) is used to increase your heart rate. This method is often used for women who may have trouble reaching their target heart rate on a treadmill. Diagnoses these conditions:
Need Help? Call 610-402-CARE (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday) to talk to nurses and other experts who can help you find a heart care doctor and more. This page last updated 4/23/08 12:17 PM
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