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An electrocardiogram (EKG) records the electrical activity of your heart in a few minutes without any discomfort. At Clínica Hispana Cruz #3 we perform it walk-in, as part of checkups and medical exams, and the medical team explains the result.
What's included?
- Resting 12-lead electrocardiogram
- Study of the heart's rhythm and electrical activity
- Interpretation by the medical team
- Useful for checkups, work or sports exams, or before surgery
- Results explained in Spanish
How it is done and how long it takes
You lie down, adhesive electrodes are placed on your chest, arms and legs, and the machine records your heart's signal for a few seconds. The test is quick. It doesn't hurt, uses no radiation and requires no fasting or preparation: you only need to uncover your chest so the electrodes can be placed.
What is an EKG for?
It detects rhythm disturbances (arrhythmias), signs of a previous or ongoing heart attack, heart enlargement from high blood pressure and changes linked to electrolyte or thyroid problems. It is also a routine part of a general checkup in adults with risk factors.
When should you get one?
- If you have palpitations, chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, dizziness or fainting
- If you live with high blood pressure, diabetes or high cholesterol
- From age 40 as part of a preventive checkup
- Before starting intense exercise or having surgery
For severe chest pain or sudden shortness of breath, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Results and next steps
The medical team reviews the tracing and explains what it means. If something needs further testing, we guide you and help arrange a referral to cardiology. The EKG can be combined with blood tests to complete a heart checkup.
Why choose Clínica Hispana Cruz #3?
We are a Hispanic and Latino clinic that cares for you 100% in Spanish, with no appointment needed and affordable pricing, no insurance required. Find your medical center near you at 5411 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX 77096, open Monday through Sunday from 9 AM to 9 PM. Our team treats every patient with respect, time and clear explanations.
Payment
You don't need health insurance. We offer affordable, transparent pricing and accept cash and cards. Ask us about the cost of your service before your visit.
Areas we serve
We care for patients across Houston, TX and the entire southwest side of the city: Meyerland, Braeswood, Westbury, Bellaire, Sharpstown, Gulfton and nearby communities.
Included in this service
12-lead electrocardiogram
Quick, painless test
Reading by the medical team
No fasting, no preparation, walk-in
Results explained in Spanish
Ready to schedule your appointment?
Call us now or visit us — no appointment needed
Frequently Asked Questions
No, keep taking your medications as usual unless whoever ordered the test told you otherwise. Do bring a list of everything you take, with doses, because several drugs change heart rate and rhythm. The medical team needs that context to read your tracing correctly and avoid flagging an expected change as a problem.
Neither. The electrodes only listen: they pick up the tiny electrical signals your heart already produces and send nothing back. There's no radiation and no needles, just cool sticky pads on your chest, arms and legs, which is why the test is considered safe during pregnancy and can be repeated whenever it's needed.
If you notice a racing, pounding or irregular heartbeat, skipped beats, shortness of breath with light effort or dizzy spells, it's worth getting checked. Chest pain that feels crushing, spreads to the arm or jaw, or comes with sweating and nausea is different: call 911 instead of driving yourself anywhere.
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