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Can stress effect a pregnancy test?
Stress cannot effect a pregnancy test. A pregnancy test measures the chemical HCG in the body, either by blood or urine. Stress has no effect on the production of HCG.
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Why are stress tests used?
The stress test helps doctors determine how well the heart handles the increased demands imposed by physical activity.
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Eractic rhythms in stress test?
69 year old white male. Wgt. 250 lbs. 69". Post bilateral knee replacement. Slow recovery. Now doing treadmill, level, 3.5 - 17 min. mile, and other exercises. Have lost 110 lbs in 5.5 years. Would...
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What is a thallium stress test?
A thallium stress test is a type of nuclear scanning test or myocardial perfusion imaging test. It shows how well blood flows to the heart muscle. The test is usually done along with an exercise...
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How does the stress test work?
The patient begins riding a stationary bicycle or walking on a treadmill. Gradually the intensity of the exercise is increased.