Nuclear Stress Test

ACR Accredited

Advanced cardiac imaging to evaluate blood flow to the heart muscle.

About This Service

A nuclear stress test combines exercise or pharmacological stress with radioactive tracer imaging to evaluate blood flow to your heart muscle. This test helps detect coronary artery disease and assess the severity of known heart conditions.

Common Uses

Coronary artery disease detection
Chest pain evaluation
Post-heart attack assessment
Pre-surgical cardiac evaluation
Treatment effectiveness monitoring
Exercise capacity assessment

How to Prepare

Do not eat or drink caffeine for 24 hours before the test. Do not eat for 4 hours prior. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for exercise. Some medications may need to be held — your doctor will advise.