Heart tests, imaging and screening

To give you quick peace of mind, your tests can be done the same day with results sent back within 2 working days. We do all common and advanced diagnostic tests to help give you an accurate diagnosis quickly.

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Blood pressure monitoring

Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is a non-invasive way of recording your blood pressure over 24 hours or longer. 

Ajmaline provocation test

SCREENING FOR BRUGADA SYNDROME


An ajmaline challenge is a diagnostic procedure to detect Brugada syndrome, a rare but serious electrical heart disorder

Holter Monitor Test

Holter monitor heart test. An electrocardiogram monitor measures and records your heart's rate and rhythm for a period of 24 hours to seven days.

Bubble contrast echocardiogram

BUBBLE STUDY


A specialised cardiac ultrasound study, used to detect connections between the right and left side of the heart

Cardiac CT scan

CT coronary angiogram with calcium scoring. A cardiac CT scan offers a non-invasive technique to evaluate the heart arteries and structure of the heart using X-rays.

Cardiac Stress Test

A stress test or exercise tolerance test gives information about how your heart functions under the strain of exercise

Tilt-table test

A tilt table test helps to determine whether recurrent, unexplained symptoms such as fainting, dizzy spells and light-headedness are related to a drop in blood pressure or a change in your heart rate when you stand or sit up. 

Sphygmocor test

From complex cardiothoracic surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional cardiac care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.

Cardiac Risk Blood Profile

A RISK ASSESSMENT FOR CORONARY HEART DISEASE


This test identifies certain fats and proteins in the blood which may indicate that you're in a higher-risk category

Cholesterol test

Also known as a lipid profile, a cholesterol test is a simple blood test to measure your cholesterol, assess your risk of heart disease and monitor other conditions. 

Multiplate platelet function analysis

From complex cardiothoracic surgery to cardiac tests and procedures, we provide exceptional cardiac care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.

PLAC blood test

From phlebotomy services to diagnostic scans and outpatient procedures, we provide exceptional diagnostics care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.

Test for cardiac marker ST2

From complex cardiac surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional cardiac care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.

Coronary angiogram

Also known as a cardiac catherisation. This is a diagnostic procedure to look inside your heart's arteries to see if there are any blockages or narrowing of the arteries.

Electrophysiology studies (EPS)

Mapping the electrical activity of the heart to find the source of arrhythmia and determine the best treatment.

Intravascular ultrasound

From complex cardiothoracic surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional cardiac care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.

Pressure wire study

Pressure wire studies are undertaken across our network of hospitals, and we provide specialist cardiac nursing care at each of out facilities.

TOE heart scan

A transoesophageal echocardiogram (TOE) is a specialised cardiac scan that helps diagnose heart problems.

Cardiac MRI scan

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the heart. A cardiac MRI creates detailed pictures of your heart and major blood vessels to help diagnose and treat heart problems.

Carotid ultrasound

A SCAN OF THE ARTERIES IN THE NECK THAT CARRY BLOOD TO THE BRAIN


A procedure that uses sound waves to examine the blood flow through your carotid arteries

Coronary artery calcium scoring

CORONARY CALCIUM SCANS


This test looks for calcification in the coronary arteries, which can then be measured, scored and compared against other patients of a similar age and gender

Private Doppler Scan

A Doppler scan is a simple diagnostic imaging test that measures blood flow through your arteries and veins. Our leading cardiologists use Doppler tests to help diagnose a range of heart and blood conditions. 

Echocardiogram

An ultrasound scan of the heart. Also known as an 'echo', this specialised cardiac scan is used to examine the structure and function of the heart.

Fetal heart scan

An ultrasound whilst baby is in utero before the baby has been born. Sometimes referred to as a foetal cardiac scan.

Myocardial perfusion scanning

Myoview™ or nuclear stress test. A myocardial perfusion scan looks at blood flow patterns to the walls of the heart both during exercise and at rest

Stress echocardiogram test

From complex cardiothoracic surgery to tests and diagnostic procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics in London, Manchester and Birmingham.

Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)

A transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) is a diagnostic scan that uses echocardiography (ultrasound) to scan your heart and assess its function. If you're experiencing heart symptoms or concerns, a transthoracic echocardiogram can help our cardiac specialists provide you with a diagnosis. 

Ultrasound scan

An ultrasound scan is a common scan that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs, tissue or blood flow inside the body.

Implantable loop recorder

An implantable loop recorder (ILR) is a small electronic recording device that’s inserted under your skin to record your heart’s electrical activity. If your symptoms indicate that this type of monitor is needed, our specialists can fit you with an ILR implant. 

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

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.

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Get the best cardiac care with HCA UK

If heart symptoms are affecting your quality of life, we’re here to help. Our heart team is available to book an appointment with a cardiac specialist.