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Find out about 24-hour blood pressure monitoring (MAPA \/ ABPM), ECG and 24-hour Holter monitoring. Select a test tab<\/strong> to read the information for that test.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_tabs active_tab_background_color=”#0077BD” active_tab_text_color=”#FFFFFF” _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” tab_text_color=”#00365F” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_tab title=”MAPA 24H (ABPM)” _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n ABPM records blood pressure over 24 hours<\/strong>, during everyday activities and sleep. It helps assess how readings vary throughout the day and night.<\/p>\n It may be recommended to clarify a diagnosis of high blood pressure, monitor blood pressure and assess the response to treatment, according to the medical assessment.<\/p>\n A cuff is fitted around the upper arm and connected to a small portable monitor. The device takes automatic readings at regular intervals over 24 hours. The cuff may feel temporarily tight as it inflates.<\/p>\n Follow the instructions provided on caring for the device and recording your activities. The information collected is then reviewed and interpreted by the doctor.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”ECG” _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n An electrocardiogram records the electrical activity of the heart<\/strong>. It assesses the heart rate and rhythm at the time of the test.<\/p>\n It can help identify heart rhythm changes and assess how the heart is working, taking account of symptoms, medical history and the reason for the test.<\/p>\n For a resting ECG, small electrodes are attached to the skin and connected to the equipment. You lie still during the recording, which usually takes a few minutes.<\/p>\n The test is non-invasive and generally painless. The results should be interpreted by the doctor alongside the rest of your clinical information. Some situations may require further tests.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Holter 24h” _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n A Holter monitor continuously records the electrical activity of the heart for 24 hours<\/strong>, including during everyday activities and sleep.<\/p>\n It can help detect intermittent heart rhythm changes that do not appear during a short ECG. It may also be used to monitor arrhythmias and assess treatment, as recommended by the doctor.<\/p>\n Electrodes are attached to the chest and connected to a small portable recorder that you wear throughout the test.<\/p>\n Follow the instructions provided to protect the equipment and record any symptoms and activities. Afterwards, the recording is analysed to relate any heart rhythm changes to what happened during the day.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_tab][\/et_pb_tabs][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”0e165495-5e7f-4157-9660-af3c34c2498e” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM \/ MAPA)<\/h2>\n
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ECG \u2014 Electrocardiogram<\/h2>\n
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24-hour Holter \u2014 Heart rhythm monitoring<\/h2>\n
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