Q--I think I know what a cardiogram is, but what`s special about an exercise cardiogram?
A--An exercise cardiogram is a test that checks to see how well your heart functions during exercise, rather than at rest. It is also called a stress test because it shows how your heart responds to exertion. An exercise electrocardiogram (EECG) can show abnormalities of the heart that a regular ECG won`t and is helpful in evaluating people who have symptoms of heart disease or a past heart attack. The test is also part of the checkup for older people who are considering starting an exercise program.