Its best method. It has everything together. Ekg, blood pressure, blood flow at rest and stressed for all heart chambers. Theres a cardiologist hiding like wizard of oz in back so everything is ok. Staff in front, wizards of oz in back behind glass. You can't see them but they are there. Just let them take care of you. You are safe. You don't need to do much when they use drugs to speed up heart. But get ready for sticker shock at bill. We have good insurance though so only pay 10%. Thank God for insurance. I was not afraid because distracted myself talking about taxes. Yup. Fun times.

Thanks "ihatediabetes" for the in depth description. That certainly helps. My brother had one and was sick to his stomach and felt like his nerves were on fire. Mine is scheduled Jan 5 2017. I let you know how it goes.

Hi Rosemarya: Thanks for responding, You make it sound like a piece of cake. Sure makes me feel better. I'll let you know how it goes.

Predictable, Thank you for the information. Everyone is so good about sharing their experiences. It helps a lot. Mine is scheduled for 1-5-17. Will let you know how it goes.

I too, did not have any issues with the dye/stress test. Did a scan. Then went to the treadmill. They put dye in and I ran. I guess I'm in pretty good shape because my heart rate stayed steady till around 8 min. Then, just stayed around 140. FINALLY, went up past 150 (or 160) and they stopped it. I hadn't ran that far since my early 20's!

Buc7777: Thanks. I don't think it's the dye that's an issue. I've had a contrast C T scan. It's the chemicals they use to speed up the heart in the nuclear stress test. The treadmill test is not possible for me. Thank you for the info.

Did they tell you what your target heart rate is? Mine was just 140. So the chemicals to speed up heart was less to get to 140. The chemicals did make me dizzy.

@grandmajan, Good morning, I can see that you are receiving a lot of support from our members. I feel that you are better prepared for what you will be facing during the stress test.
I want to encourage you to contact your ordering doctor office if you have any specific questions relating to your own situation. I have a neighbor who recently had a stress test, she had a hard time remembering what her doctor had told her about the actual procedure. She didn't want to 'bother' anyone with her questions. As a result, she was confused and unnecessarily anxious about the whole thing.
I'll be thinking of you n Jan. 5. I hope that the test goes well for you and that the results will be helpful in treating your condition.
Rosemary

Rosemary, Thank you for your advice. Yes, I'm getting lots of support. It's a relief knowing others who have had similar experiences. It's a blessing that so many are willing to share.

Ihatediabetes: Thank you, that's a great idea. I wouldn't have thought to ask that. Tomorrow AM. Thanks again. Jan