Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is a non-invasive way of recording your blood pressure over 24 hours or longer.
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.
Blood pressure monitoring
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
A cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan 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 echocardiogram is a specialised scan used to examine the structure and function of the heart and valves. If you have symptoms or concerns, we’re here to help you get peace of mind.
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
Exercise or dobutamine stress echocardiogram. These tests are specialised ultrasound scans of the heart, designed to test for significant blockages in your heart arteries.
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)
An ECG (electrocardiogram) is a simple, non-invasive test used to assess your heart rate and rhythm.
Get the best cardiac care with HCA UK
We provide exceptional specialist care in all areas of cardiology and cardiac surgery across our network of outpatient centres and hospitals. As the UK's No.1 provider of private cardiac care, our multidisciplinary teams have cared for thousands of patients, just like you.
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.