At Prashanth Hospitals, we offer cardiac and neurological diagnostic services in Chennai that check the health of the heart, brain, nerves and muscles. Our Cardiac and Neuro diagnostic Labs have modern imaging and monitoring equipment, so doctors can look at the test findings along with your symptoms and plan the next steps.
How Our Cardiac and Neurological Diagnostic Services Help Patients
Our Cardiac and Neurodiagnostic Labs are part of the hospital, so patients can get their heart and brain tests done in one place. There is no need to visit different centres for different tests.
- Answers for your symptoms: Chest pain, a racing heartbeat, fits, numbness or muscle weakness can be worrying. Our tests help your doctor understand what may be causing them and what should come next.
- Results read by qualified specialists: Your test results are read by the right qualified specialist and looked at together with your symptoms and medical history.
- Smooth path to treatment: Since the tests are done within the hospital, your results can be used by our specialists to plan your care. This saves time for you and your family.
- Timely evaluation: When your doctor advises it, these tests can help find certain conditions early and support timely treatment.
- Comfort during testing: ECG, 2D Echo and EEG do not use needles or cuts. Some EMG tests use a fine needle to record muscle activity. Our lab team explains each step before the test begins, so patients feel at ease.
Cardiac Diagnostics
2D Echo (Echocardiography)
A 2D Echo uses ultrasound waves to create moving pictures of the heart. A gel is applied on the chest, and a small probe is moved over the skin. No needles or cuts are needed.
- Shows the size and shape of the heart and how its valves open and close
- Helps detect heart valve problems and heart defects present from birth
- Shows how well the heart is pumping blood
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
An ECG records the electrical signals of the heart using small stickers placed on the chest, arms and legs. The test is quick and painless.
- Helps find irregular or abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias)
- Can show changes that may suggest a current or past heart attack, and may be combined with other tests when needed
- Is often one of the first tests done when a patient has chest pain
Neurological Diagnostics
EEG (Electroencephalography)
An EEG records the electrical activity of the brain through small sensors placed on the scalp. The test is painless. Helps doctors evaluate seizures and epilepsy, and shows if there is any unusual electrical activity in the brain. Available as routine EEG, portable EEG and video EEG monitoring
- Routine EEG: A standard recording done in the EEG lab.
- Portable EEG: Uses portable equipment, so the test can be done outside the EEG lab when needed.
- Video EEG Monitoring: Brain activity is recorded along with video of the patient. This helps match any episode or movement with what is happening in the brain at that moment.
EMG and EP (Electromyography and Evoked Potentials)
EMG: Checks how well the muscles and the nerves that control them are working. It helps diagnose neuromuscular problems such as myopathies (muscle diseases) and nerve damage. A fine needle may be used to record muscle activity, which can cause mild discomfort.
Evoked Potentials (EP): Measure how the brain and nerves respond to signals such as light, sound or touch. They help check the nerve pathways for vision, hearing and feeling, and can support the evaluation of conditions like multiple sclerosis and brainstem disorders.
Advanced Features of Our Diagnostic Labs
- Precise diagnostic equipment for accurate results
- Many tests that do not need needles or cuts, and minimally invasive procedures for patient comfort
- Round the clock expert monitoring by experienced cardiologists and neurologists
- Support for early detection and preventive screening of heart and brain conditions when advised by your doctor
Preparing for Your Test
Our lab team will give you exact instructions for your test. Always follow those first. These general tips also help:
- Wear loose, comfortable clothes that are easy to open at the chest or arms
- Before an EEG, wash your hair and do not apply oil, gel or spray, unless told otherwise
- Before an EMG, avoid applying lotion or cream on your skin
- Tell the team about any medicines you take, especially blood thinners or seizure medicines
- Bring your previous reports and prescriptions
After Your Test
Once the test is complete, your results are reviewed by the right specialist. Your doctor will explain what the results mean and guide you on the next step, whether that is treatment, more tests or regular follow up care at Prashanth Hospitals.
Book Your Test at Prashanth Hospitals
If you are looking for trusted cardiac and neurological diagnostic services in Chennai, Prashanth Hospitals is here to help. Contact our team to book your test.