electrocardiogram question - Heart Disorders Message Board

falentae · 01-15-2009, 03:41 PM

Okay, I'm having an electrocardiogram sometime soon and I was just wondering if you are allowed to keep at least your bra on if you are a girl?

Just wondering because if I'm not I don't want to be too shocked when I find out at the hosptial...

Also, how long does it take?
Please answer! and Thanks!

Fizzickle · 01-15-2009, 05:41 PM

I don't know the answer to the first question, being male.

But the answer to the question about how long it takes is roughly 10 minutes, 9 of which are used installing and removing the sensors on your chest and getting the leads to the sensors installed and removed.

JazzyGirl · 01-16-2009, 08:29 AM

I did not get to keep my Bra on for the Echo. I have had an Echo Twice (one was a Bubble) both times removed my bra for the test.

They do try to keep you a Little Covered With the Gown While Moving the Wand over your Chest.

My Tests were longer then 10 minutes. They were both about 30 minutes.

Pam

falentae · 01-16-2009, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fizzickle

I don't know the answer to the first question, being male.

But the answer to the question about how long it takes is roughly 10 minutes, 9 of which are used installing and removing the sensors on your chest and getting the leads to the sensors installed and removed.

Okay

thank you

falentae · 01-16-2009, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dejaboo

I did not get to keep my Bra on for the Echo. I have had an Echo Twice (one was a Bubble) both times removed my bra for the test.

They do try to keep you a Little Covered With the Gown While Moving the Wand over your Chest.

My Tests were longer then 10 minutes. They were both about 30 minutes.

Pam

Okay, at least they try to keep you a bit covered.
thank you