How long does it take to have a nuclear stress test?
How Long Does a Nuclear Stress Test Take? Typically, your appointment will take about 2-4 hours. Some of this time is spent in preparation for the test, and in waiting for the tracer in the bloodstream to be taken up by the heart.
What is the difference between a stress test and a nuclear stress test?
A regular stress test shows the EKG, heartrate and blood pressure while you are walking on a treadmill. A nuclear stress test shows your physician pictures of the blood flow to the heart muscle, in addition to the EKG, heartrate and blood pressure.
What happens during nuclear stress test?
A nuclear stress test uses a small amount of radioactive material (tracer) and an imaging machine to create pictures showing the blood flow to your heart. The test measures blood flow while you are at rest and during activity, showing areas with poor blood flow or damage in your heart.
Can I drive home after nuclear stress test?
Although you will be receiving a very small dose of radioactive material, certain precautions are advised. Avoid close physical contact with pregnant women and children (ages 12 and under) for 12 hours after the test. 9. You will be able to drive yourself home from this test.
Can you drive home after a nuclear stress test?
Should someone accompany you to a stress test?
Friends/family are welcome to accompany you to the office but are not allowed in the testing area due to our privacy policy. Allow approximately 90 minutes for the test. Test results will be communicated to you by your physician.
Can u drive after a nuclear stress test?
While you are walking on the treadmill, a second small amount of Myoview is administered. Following the treadmill test, there is another waiting period followed by a second imaging scan. If you are an outpatient, you will be permitted to drive after your test is completed.
What are the after effects of a nuclear stress test?
Possible complications and side effects include:
- allergic reaction to the dye.
- abnormal heart rhythms, or arrhythmias.
- fall in blood pressure during or after exercise, possibly leading to dizziness or faintness.
- chest pain.
- nausea.
- trembling.
- headache.
- flushing.
What is the difference between stress test and nuclear stress?
Allergic reaction. Though rare,you could be allergic to the radioactive dye that’s injected during a nuclear stress test.
How do you interpret your nuclear stress test results?
Before a nuclear stress test. Your doctor will ask you some questions about your medical history and how often and actively you exercise.
Which test is better nuclear stress test or echocardiogram?
Chest pain
What happens during a nuclear stress test?
A nuclear stress test uses exercise or medicine to put stress on your heart. A radioactive liquid is used to help your heart show up better in pictures. Pictures of your heart are taken before and after you exercise or get medicine. The pictures help your healthcare provider compare blood flow to your heart muscle during rest and stress.