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Lexiscan is a prescription drug given through an IV line that increases blood flow through the arteries of the heart during a cardiac nuclear stress test. Lexiscan is given to patients when they are unable to exercise adequately for a stress test. Important Safety Information.
[11-20-2013] The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning health care professionals of the rare but serious risk of heart attack and death with use of the cardiac nuclear stress test...
The lexiscan stress test is useful to determine: If there is adequate blood flow to your heart during increasing levels of activity. Extent of a coronary artery blockage . Prognosis of patients who have suffered a heart attack . Effectiveness of cardiac procedures done to improve circulation in coronary arteries. Cause(s) of chest pain.
A cardiac stress test may check for risks of a possible heart problem or diagnose an existing heart problem. After fasting for 3 hours prior (drinking water is allowed and recommended) to the testing and avoiding all caffeinated products for 24 hours prior to the testing you will then arrive for your appointment.
What is a stress test? A stress test is used by doctors to diagnose heart disease. If your doctor wants you to have a stress test, you may have symptoms of heart disease or certain risk factors for it. Not everyone who has a stress test has heart disease. Your test results can help your doctor determine
9 Μαρ 2023 · A stress test measures how well your heart works when put under stress. It is ordered to assess exercise tolerance, see if your heart can respond to demands, or test if heart medications...
29 Μαΐ 2024 · This topic will provide an overview of the utility of stress testing for estimation of prognosis as a guide to management in patients with known or suspected CHD. The methodology, indications, and contraindications of stress testing are discussed separately.
