Cycling test (exercise test)
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What is an exercise test?
You cycle on an stationary bike while we closely monitor how your body adapts to the effort. Sometimes this is done using heart measurements only, sometimes with a mask that analyses your breathing. The latter is called ergospirometry.
Execiste test without a mask (cycle ergometry)
In this version of the test, you cycle on a stationary bike with gradually increasing resistance. Your heart activity (using an electrocardiogram) and blood pressure are monitored. You do not wear a mask.
This test focuses mainly on how your heart functions during exercise. It is used to detect heart problems or to assess your physical condition as part of cardiology care pathway.
Exercise test with a mask (ergospirometry)
During an ergospirometry, both your heart and lung function are assessed. You wear a mask while cycling, so which allows us to measure how much oxygen you take in and how much carbon dioxide you breathe out. We also look at how much air you move per minute and how efficiently your body handles physical effort. Your heart rate and blood pressure are closely monitored.
This test is used when you experience shortness of breath with an unclear cause, or if you have heart or lung conditions such as heart failure, COPD or asthma. It can also be part of your rehabilitation or serve as preparation for surgery.