Cardiovascular System: Diagnostic Tests

Question 1

Chest X-ray

Answer 1

shows images of the heart; the size, position and contour of the heart are important in helping to diagnose heart disease

Question 2

Electrocardiogram

Answer 2

a test that records the electric activity of the heart; picks up abnormal rhythms and signs of cardiac muscle disease

Question 3

Cardiac Markers

Answer 3

enzymes and proteins that are released into the blood stream when there is cardiac muscle injury (troponin, creatine kinase)

Question 4

Echocardiogram ( Echo)

Answer 4

a noninvasive test that uses sound waves to evaluatethe heart’s chambers and valves

Question 5

Stress test ( treadmill or exercise ECG)

Answer 5

test that is given while a person walks on a treadmill or pedals a stationary bike to monitor the heart during exercise.