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. 2016 Aug;5(2):122–129. doi: 10.15420/AER.2016.7.2

Table 3: Investigation of Postural Tachycardia Syndrome According to the Heart Rhythm Society.

Recommendation CoR LoE
A complete history and physical exam with orthostatic vital signs and 12-lead ECG should be performed in patients being investigated for POTS. I E
Complete blood count and thyroid function studies can be useful in selected patients being assessed for POTS. IIa E
A 24-hour Holter monitor might be considered in selected patients being assessed for POTS, although clinical efficiency is uncertain. IIb E
Detailed autonomic testing, transthoracic echocardiogram, tilt table testing, or exercise stress testing might be considered in selected patients being assessed for POTS. IIb E

CoR = class of recommendation; LoE = level of evidence; POTS = postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.[1]