Echocardiogram

An echocardiogram (ECHO) is an ultrasound of your heart. The heart is viewed on a screen with the use of a transducer and ultrasound gel. The study is recorded on a video tape.

The transducer is a small probe that emits sound waves. The sound waves travel through the gel to your heart and create a picture of your heart on the video screen.

The ECHO allows the cardiologist to determine the following how well the heart is pumping, blood flow, valve structure & heart size.

The test takes approximately 1 hour and requires no special preparation. The pictures are taken with you lying on your left side and then on your back.

Once completed, the cardiologist will review the tape and dictate a report for you and your cardiologist or primary physician to discuss together.

In the event of a scheduling difficulty, please call our office between 9am and 5pm.

Saratoga Cardiology Associates is an ICAEL accredited echocardiogram laboratory.