12-lead ECG
A 5-minute resting tracing of your heart's electrical activity — the first window into rhythm and structure.
Specialist service
Cardiac diagnostics
Precise answers, gently delivered.
Our diagnostics suite combines modern imaging with experienced clinical eyes. From a simple 12-lead ECG to advanced strain echocardiography, every test is performed by certified technicians and read by board-certified cardiologists — so you leave with answers, not just printouts.
Board-certified team Same-day results 8,400+ diagnostic studies / year
8,400+
Diagnostic studies / year
< 24h
Reports turnaround
0
Radiation in echo & Holter
6
On-site cardiologists
At a glance
What your visit looks like
No surprises — here's exactly what to expect, in time, anaesthesia and follow-up.
First consultation
20–30 minutes
ECG
≈ 5 minutes, no prep
Echocardiogram
25–30 minutes
Anaesthesia
None required
Recovery
Walk straight out
Report ready
Same day
Who this is for
You'll benefit if…
- Chest pain, palpitations or unexplained shortness of breath
- Family history of heart disease or sudden cardiac events
- Pre-operative cardiac clearance
- Athletes seeking baseline heart screening
- Annual check-ups after age 40 or with risk factors
Conditions we treat
Common reasons patients are referred
- Coronary artery disease
- Heart failure (HFrEF and HFpEF)
- Valvular heart disease
- Cardiomyopathies
- Pericardial disease
- Pulmonary hypertension
What we offer
Procedures and assessments
A focused, high-volume set of procedures — performed often and performed well, by the same senior team every time.
Transthoracic echocardiography
Ultrasound imaging of the heart's chambers, valves and pumping function. Painless, radiation-free.
Exercise stress test
Treadmill or pharmacological stress with ECG and BP monitoring to uncover hidden coronary disease.
24- to 48-hour Holter monitoring
Wearable rhythm recorder for catching intermittent palpitations and silent arrhythmias.
Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
Round-the-clock BP readings to diagnose masked or white-coat hypertension.
Technology
The tools we use, by name
The equipment behind this specific service — chosen because precise tools support precise decisions.
- Philips EPIQ CVx echocardiography
Premium 4D cardiac ultrasound with strain imaging for the earliest detection of subtle dysfunction.
- GE MAC 5500 HD 12-lead ECG
Hospital-grade resting ECG with built-in arrhythmia analysis used worldwide.
- Mortara H12+ Holter recorders
Lightweight 24-hour to 7-day ambulatory rhythm capture with full disclosure reporting.
- Bruce-protocol treadmill stress system
Continuous 12-lead ECG and automated BP during graded exercise testing.
Your journey
From first call to follow-through
1
Consultation
A 20-minute visit with a cardiologist to review symptoms, history and risk factors.
2
Testing
Most studies are completed the same day in our on-site lab.
3
Results
Findings are explained in plain English — usually within 24 hours — with a clear next-step plan.
How to prepare
- Bring previous ECGs, echo reports or discharge summaries if you have them.
- Wear a comfortable two-piece outfit — easy to change into a gown.
- For stress testing: bring trainers and avoid caffeine for 12 hours.
- For Holter: shave a small chest area if you have heavy chest hair, to help electrodes stick.
- Eat normally — fasting is not required for ECG, echo or Holter.
Recovery & aftercare
- Same-day plain-language report
A one-page summary you can keep, with a clear next step if anything needs attention.
- Nurse navigator
Direct WhatsApp line for any question that comes up after you read the report.
- Specialist hand-off
If we find something significant, we book your follow-up before you leave the room.
"I came in terrified after a frightening ECG result at another clinic. Within two hours I had a full echo, a stress test and a calm explanation of exactly what was happening — and what wasn't."
M. Nguyễn
Patient, 54
FAQs
Questions patients ask us
If yours isn't here, ask our team — we love a good question.
Do I need a referral?+
No. You can book directly. We will gladly coordinate with your primary physician afterwards.
Is the echocardiogram safe?+
Yes — it uses sound waves, not radiation, and is safe in pregnancy.
How should I prepare for a stress test?+
Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Avoid caffeine for 12 hours and bring your medication list.
Why CAVA
Care that is precise — and personal
The same standards apply to every service we offer.
- Board-certified specialists
Every study is read and every procedure performed by a fellowship-trained cardiologist or vascular surgeon — never an outsourced reader.
- Same-day diagnostics
ECG, echo and duplex ultrasound on-site, with results explained in plain language before you leave the clinic.
- Minimally invasive first
We default to wrist access, local anaesthesia and outpatient pathways — so most patients are home the same day.
- Continuity of care
One named cardiologist follows you from first visit through recovery. No revolving door, no repeated histories.
Safety
- Joint Commission International (JCI) aligned protocols
- ESC, AHA and ACC guideline-based care pathways
- Time-out checklists before every procedure
- Closed-loop medication reconciliation at every visit
Accreditations
- European Society of Cardiology — affiliated practice
- American College of Cardiology — institutional member
- Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions
- Vietnam National Heart Association — accredited training site
Fees & insurance
- Direct billing arrangements with most major local and international insurers.
- Transparent published fee schedule — written estimate before any procedure.
- Interest-free payment plans available for elective procedures.
- Dedicated insurance liaison who handles pre-authorisation on your behalf.
Visit the clinic
Open Mon–Fri 8:00–18:00, Sat 8:00–12:00. Same-day urgent slots reserved every morning.
Talk to a nurse
Speak to a clinical team member before you book. No call centres — real clinicians.
Book online
Choose a time that fits your week. Confirmation and pre-visit guidance arrive immediately.
Ready when you are
Book a visit, send us a question, or simply walk in. We'll take it from there — calmly, clearly, and at your pace.
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