PRIVATE ECG (Resting 12-Lead Electrocardiogram) IN LONDON
£150
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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.
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 private 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 PRIVATE RESTING ECG TEST?
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.
What a Standard ECG Doesn’t Replace?
A resting 12-Lead ECG only records the heart’s electrical activity. It doesn’t show
the heart’s structure, valve function, or pumping efficiency, and it won’t detect intermittent palpitations that aren’t occurring during the test itself. Please
remember, if you’re experiencing active chest pain, an ECG at a private clinic is not
a substitute for emergency care.
How Much Does an EKG Cost?
Our standard electrocardiogram test costs £150, including the scan and a same-day written report. Self-pay and all major UK insurers accepted.
Pay With Convenience
Self-Pay Patients
Patients who prefer to pay directly can book appointments without insurance. We offer various self-pay options for initial & follow-up consultations and diagnostic tests, including pay-as-you-go, debit or credit card payments, and PayPal.
Insured Patients
If you have private medical insurance, consultations and tests can be covered depending on your policy. We work with most major UK insurance providers, including AXA, Aviva, Bupa, and Vitality.
