It is recommended that you shower prior to your appointment as you will be unable to during the testing period, and to wear a two piece outfit to allow easy access to the chest. It is encouraged that you adhere to normal daily activities, so that the ECG readings will be a true representation of your typical daily routine. Please bring along a list of your medications for us to record.

A height and weight will be acquired before the monitor is attached. A cardiac technician will place electrodes on your chest with thin leads connected to the monitor. To ensure a good quality trace is obtained some skin preparation, including light abrasion and cleansing with alcohol wipes may be necessary. For men, shaving the area for electrode placement may be required. Once the electrodes and leads are in place they are secured with a medical adhesive tape.

The Holter monitor is about the size of a mobile phone and is easily stored in a pocket or on a lanyard around your neck. The technician will ensure you feel comfortable and that the monitor is working correctly before you leave the clinic.

A diary to record any symptoms that you may experience (palpitations, light headedness etc.) and daily activities (e.g. exercise) will be provided to you.

You will be required to return the next day for the monitor to be removed.

Approximately 30 minutes for the monitor to be attached and 15 minutes the following day for the monitor to be detached.

Yes, as long as patients have a valid referral and a Medicare card.

Ourcardiologists will review the collected data and a report will be generated for your GP or referring doctor, usually within 2-3 days. The data obtained is digitally stored to enable precise comparisons should you require future tests. Please contact your specialists rooms if you do not already have a follow up appointment booked.