Non-Invasive Cardiology Laboratory

The Non-Invasive Cardiology Laboratory at Bangkok Heart Hospital offers a wide range of diagnostic tests and procedures to assess cardiac functions and detect abnormalities related to cardiovascular diseases. Equipped with advanced technology and equipment, accurate diagnoses can be made in a timely manner. The laboratory aims to guide effective treatments, monitor treatment outcomes, predict disease progression and prognosis, as well as identify any complications that may develop. Here are some of the diagnostic tests and procedures available: 

• Electrocardiography (ECG or EKG): An ECG measures the electrical activity of the heart by placing electrodes on the skin. It helps detect cardiac abnormalities such as arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, cardiomegaly, and septal defects. 

• Exercise Stress Test (EST): This test evaluates how the heart functions during physical activity. Patients typically walk on a treadmill or ride a stationary bike while their heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing are monitored. An EST can identify problems with blood flow within the heart and determine personal exercise capacity. 

• Echocardiography (Echo): Using ultrasound technology, echocardiography creates images of the heart's chambers, valves, walls, and attached blood vessels. This non-invasive test helps monitor heart structure and function, allowing cardiologists to visualize abnormalities. 

• Exercise Stress Echocardiography: This procedure combines echocardiography with exercise stress testing to assess the heart's function under physical stress. 

• Dobutamine Stress Echocardiography: Similar to exercise stress echocardiography, this test evaluates the heart's function by administering dobutamine, a medication that mimics the effects of exercise on the heart. 

• Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE): TEE involves passing a probe called a transducer through the esophagus to obtain detailed images of the heart's structures. It provides a closer and clearer view of the heart than traditional echocardiography. 

• Dynamic Electrocardiography (DCG) or Holter Monitor: This portable device continuously records the electrical activity of the heart over a 24-hour period. It is used to diagnose heart arrhythmias and identify the cause of palpitations, fainting, or other related symptoms. 

• Vascular Screening Test: This test aims to detect narrowing or clogging of the arteries that can lead to future heart attacks or strokes. It helps assess the health of the arteries supplying blood to the heart or brain. 

• Tilt Table Test: During this test, a person's position is changed quickly from horizontal to vertical, and the response of blood pressure and heart rate is observed. It is used to evaluate the cause of unexplained fainting, lightheadedness, dizziness, or near-fainting spells related to the cardiac system. 

The Non-Invasive Cardiology Laboratory at Bangkok Heart Hospital provides comprehensive diagnostic services to assess cardiac function, detect abnormalities, and support accurate and timely treatment decisions. 

The Non-Invasive Cardiology Laboratory at Bangkok Heart Hospital offers comprehensive diagnostic tests including ECG, Stress Tests, Echocardiography, Holter Monitoring, and Vascular Screening. These services assess cardiac function, detect abnormalities, and guide effective treatment and prognosis.