An Echocardiogram, or Cardiac Ultrasound, is used to examine the heart using high frequency sound waves to produce an image. The procedure is harmless and doesn't expose you to any radiation, but may cause some mild discomfort as the probe must be placed between ribs to see the heart.
An Echocardiogram scan is used to examine the heart.
An echocardiogram is a test that uses ultrasound to take pictures of your heart.
For the procedure you'll be required (if able) to lie on a bed turned onto your left side, with your left arm extended above your head. We understand if this isn't possible due to shoulder or breathing problems; the scan can be adapted to suit your comfort and capability.
A small hand-held probe is placed on your chest with coupling gel and moved around to obtain images and measurements of your heart.
