Stress Test Definition

noun
A controlled medical test in which a cardiac patient exercises vigorously, often on a treadmill, while connected to an electrocardiograph.
Webster's New World
Any test designed to challenge the integrity of a complex system, a piece of equipment, etc.
Webster's New World
Any test of function in response to stress.
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Noun

Singular:
stress test
Plural:
stress-tests

Stress Test Sentence Examples

  • Individuals cannot voluntarily produce symptoms of VCD, so they are usually exposed to an irritant or undergo an exercise stress test in order to bring on a VCD attack.

  • The contraction stress test (CST) is similar to the NST except the FHR is evaluated for accelerations, 15 beats higher than baseline lasting 15 seconds, and in response to contractions as well.

  • When oxytocin is administered IV, it is called an oxytocin contraction stress test (OCT).

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