CaRi-heart technology
Revolutionary new technology to assess the risk of a serious heart condition or heart attack – many years before anything happens.
Private Electrocardiogram (ECG) Test
A TEST TO MEASURE AND RECORD HEART ACTIVITY
An ECG is a simple and non-invasive test to assess heart rate and rhythm and diagnose or monitor heart conditions
Our locations
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road, SW1W 8RH London
What is an ECG?
An ECG records the rate, rhythm and electrical activity of your heart. It can be used to diagnose conditions such as an abnormal heart beat (arrhythmia) or to determine the effectiveness of medication. It can also be part of a routine medical check up to make sure your heart is functioning normally.
Across the HCA UK network in London, Birmingham and Manchester we offer outpatient cardiac tests in our hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Need to know
An ECG is a quick and painless test. You'll be asked to lie on a bed while several sensors are attached to your chest, wrists and ankles using small sticky pads. These sensors are connected to a machine that tracks and records the electrical signals that control your heart beat. It usually takes around five minutes to record this information and complete the test.
Your consultant or physiologist will explain the test to you and answer any questions you may have. Usually there isn't any special preparation needed for an ECG.
The test itself isn't painful, and you'll be able to go home right after your appointment. Your consultant will discuss your results with you and let you know about any next steps, including further tests if neede