UKS Medical Diagnostics Limited
328 Manchester Road, West Timperley, Cheshire WA14 5NH

Telephone: + 44 (0) 161 969 4000

Facsimile: + 44 (0) 161 969 4011

Heart Scans (ECG)

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What is an ECG Heart Scan?

An ECG (Electrocardiogram) measures the electrical activity of the heart. The electrical impulses made by the heart are recorded on a piece of paper, known as an electrocardiogram. These records show any problems with the heart’s rhythm and are helpful in diagnosing any abnormalities which could be the result of a heart attack, inflammation or an imbalance of certain minerals that are required for your heart to contract properly.

What does a Heart Scan involve?

A private heart scan is completely painless and requires only that you lie very still for about fifteen minutes while the test is being performed. Up to 12 self-adhesive electrodes will be attached to the skin of arms, legs and chest (this might require shaving or clipping of hair). These are small thin pieces of metal which will pick up the electrical impulses of your heart and a special gel may be applied between these and the skin to increase the electrical connection. Usually, an ECG is taken while the patient is resting, but to test for a disease of the coronary arteries this may be conducted during exercising, like running on a treadmill.

Private Heart Scans - What to do next?

If you are concerned enough to require a private Heart Scan (ECG), even if you think you are not eligible, talk to your doctor or call UKS Medical Diagnostics on 0161 969 4000 or contact us online by completing our short enquiry form found here.

Media procedures will be arranged at a convenient local site to meet your needs.