RESTING 12-LEAD ECG (ELECTROCARDIOGRAM) TEST IN LONDON

£150

  • Fast, Non-Invasive Heart Rhythm Check
  • Detects Irregular Heartbeats and Cardiac Issues
  • Urgent/Same-Day Appointments Available
  • Specialist ECG Interpretation
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WHAT IS A RESTING, 12-LEAD ECG TESTING?

A 12-Lead Electrocardiogram is a quick, painless cardiac test that records your heart’s rhythm and electrical activity while you are lying down. It shows your heartbeat, the strength & timing of the electrical impulses, as well as the size and positioning of the heart chambers, giving clear insights about your overall cardiac health.

HOW IS A RESTING ECG TEST PERFORMED?

During an ECG, small adhesive electrodes are attached to specific points on your chest, arms, and legs. A small amount of lubricating gel is applied to your skin to reduce impedance and improve the transmission of electrical signals between the body and the ECG machine. Electrodes are attached to the machine to record your heart’s beats and electrical activity in the form of a graph. A resting electrocardiogram takes around 10-15 minutes to monitor the pattern of your heart’s electrical impulses precisely.

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WHAT DOES AN EKG WAVEFORM SHOW? PQRST WAVE EXPLAINED

P-wave represents atrial depolarisation, showing contraction of the atria (upper chambers of the heart). The QRS-wave represents ventricular depolarisation, indicating contraction of the ventricles (the lower chambers of the heart). The T-wave shows ventricular repolarisation, indicating the relaxation phase of the ventricles.

Know More: How to Read an ECG Report?

TYPES OF EKG TEST

Dr Francesco Lo Monaco recommends the most suitable type of electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) you need based on your symptoms and any suspected heart condition. You can easily book your Same-day or Next-day ECG appointment online.

Holter Monitor

A cardiac Holter monitor is a portable ECG device that records your heart’s activity continuously for 24 hours or more during normal daily activities.

Stress ECG Testing

A Stress ECG records your breathing and blood pressure rate during a physical activity to detect abnormalities in the heart and determine safe exercise levels after a heart attack or surgery.

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)

A CPET test measures how efficiently your body uses oxygen and how your heart, lungs, and muscles respond during exercise, helping doctors identify cardiac or pulmonary disorders.

Resting 12-Lead ECG

It is a standard test performed to record your heart’s electrical activity from 12 points on the body to detect heart conditions earlier, even before symptoms appear.

WHY WOULD YOU NEED A RESTING ECG?

ECG is vital for analysing your heart condition and detecting irregular electrical signals linked to cardiovascular conditions. It helps identify early warning signs of heart disease, track ongoing symptoms, and decide on timely treatment.

  • Arrhythmias

    An ECG scan helps detect arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythm) that leads to palpitations, dizziness, or fainting. Early detection helps your cardiologist find out any underlying causes and prevent complications.

  • Myocardial Infarction (Heart Muscle Damage)

    An ECG heart scan identifies changes in heart rhythm and electrical patterns associated with a myocardial infarction, commonly known as heart muscle damage.

  • Different Heart Diseases

    ECG analyses the heart’s rhythm, identifies the warning signs, and helps detect various heart conditions such as congenital heart disease, electrolyte imbalance, and cardiomyopathy.
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FAQs

ECG leads are placed on the chest, arms, and legs in specific positions to record the heart’s electrical activity from different angles.

An ECG scan helps detect potential heart muscle damage from hypertension, enabling early intervention and monitoring of cardiac health.

A borderline ECG means minor abnormalities that are not significant but may require thorough evaluation depending on symptoms. 

Results of the ECG are typically available within minutes of completing the procedure. However, sometimes there may be a short delay if your cardiologist needs to review any unusual findings. 

Private Electrocardiogram price in London usually ranges from £70 to £150, depending on the clinic and whether a specialist review is included.

An echocardiogram creates images of the heart’s structure through an ultrasound, whereas an ECG records the heart’s electrical signals to detect any abnormalities in cardiac rhythm.

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