ECHO CARDIOGRAPHY
ECHO - (Adult)
Also Known As:
Thoracic echo/ TTE/ CD ECHO/echocardiogram/ Maternal echo for pregnant patients / Echo for PAP
Echo for LV
Home Collection
✗ Not Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
Prior appointment is needed .
Bring old record of patient.
No fasting required.
In male pt - shave / trim the chest hair if long
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans. Echocardiography is a test that uses sound waves (ultrasound) to look at your heart.How the heart beats
, heart pumps blood , Heart valves and blood flow.
Q
Ans. It helps to
Check heart function
Find heart valve problems
Detect heart enlargement or weakness
Investigate chest pain, shortness of breath, or palpitations
Q
Ans . Yes completely safe & No radiation is used.
Q
Ans. No preparation is required. You can eat and drink normally.
Q
Ans. It usually takes 15-20 minutes.
Q
Ans. Yes, prior appoinment is required .
Q
Ans . Generally not required.
Q
Ans. Yes , bring relevant old records like ECG, previous ECHO, angiography report.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
