A cardiac stress test is performed to evaluate arterial blood flow to the myocardium, or heart muscle. The patient takes the test during physical exercise, generally walking on a treadmill, or using medication to simulate exercise. An electrocardiogram (ECG) machine measures electrical activity of the heart during the test. Blood pressure readings are also taken.
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Relax; there is nothing to worry about if you can walk for 10 minutes.
