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Preparing for the Test:

For 24 hours prior to the test, do not drink any products that may contain caffeine, including coffee (even decaffeinated coffee has a small amount of caffeine!), tea or iced tea, soft drinks, or chocolate.

• Wear loose, comfortable clothing that you can exercise in.
• Wear comfortable walking or running shoes.
• Avoid heavy meals for 4 hours prior to your test.
• Consult your doctor to see if any of your medications should be withheld prior to the test.

What to expect during the test:

An electrocardiogram is usually taken upon arrival. An IV (intravenous catheter) is then placed in an arm. If an exercise test is planned, you will then walk upon a treadmill to achieve a certain heart rate. If medications are used (pharmacological stress test), the medication will be administered by IV. The tracer will then be given by IV. The patient will then lie on his or her back (supine) on a padded table while the camera moves to different angles to capture the images. Often times, if the patient is able, he or she will also lie on his or her stomach (prone) while images are captured.