Slow Heart Rate
A resting heart rate below 60 beats per minute, which can be normal in athletes or a sign of an electrical or thyroid problem.
Conditions associated with slow heart rate
The following conditions have been associated with slow heart rate in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Tests providers may use to investigate slow heart rate
When investigating slow heart rate, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Free T4
Measures the active form of thyroxine to help evaluate thyroid function....
Iodine Urine Test, 24-Hour
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Lipid Panel
Measures cholesterol and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk....
Selenium Blood Test
This blood test is used to monitor industrial exposure to selenium or to determine a selenium deficiency. Sele...
Thyroid Panel
Comprehensive thyroid testing including TSH, free T4, and free T3....
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO)
Detects antibodies associated with autoimmune thyroid disease....
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Screens for thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism....
Thyroid Test Panel With Tsh
The best way to test thyroid function is to measure TSH, T3 uptake, T4 and T7. These tests help determine if y...
Thyroid Tests
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Total T4 Test
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Tpo Test Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody
The TPO Antibodies test is used to help determine & differentiate between whether an individual has hypothyroi...
Symptoms commonly seen alongside slow heart rate
Alopecia
A noncongenital process of hair loss, which may progress to partial or complete baldness....
Cold Intolerance
Feeling unusually sensitive to cold temperatures, which can be a sign of a slow metabolism such as hypothyroid...
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Weight Gain
An increase in body weight that can be caused by changes in diet, activity, fluid retention, or hormonal condi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if slow heart rate is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom slow heart rate mean?
Slow Heart Rate is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A resting heart rate below 60 beats per minute, which can be normal in athletes or a sign of an electrical or thyroid problem.
Which conditions are associated with slow heart rate?
Slow Heart Rate has been reported in association with 1 condition in the medical literature we index, including Hypothyroidism. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about slow heart rate?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.