Holter monitoring is a continuous, twenty-four hour electrocardiographic (EKG) recording of the rhythm of the heart. Electrodes are placed on the chest area with the leads attached to a small recorder. The patient will keep a 24-hour diary to record daily activities and any symptoms experienced. It will take 15 minutes to have the monitor put on. The patient will return the next day to have the monitor removed.

This test will help the doctor evaluate the type and amount of irregular heartbeats during regular activities, exercise and sleep.

Appointments are necessary.

What you need to do before your appointment:

• Bring any documentation your family doctor gave you including the referral requisition.
• Bring your provincial health card.