About Echocardiography
Echocardiography uses ultrasound to assess the heart’s structure and movement. It can provide information about chambers, valves and heart function.
An ECHO is different from an ECG.
Specific examinations may need different instructions; confirm with the centre.
Results should be discussed with the referring doctor.
How an ECHO examination works
An ECHO is different from an ECG. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.
What an echocardiogram evaluates
Specific examinations may need different instructions; confirm with the centre. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.
Preparation for ECHO
Results should be discussed with the referring doctor. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.
What happens during ECHO
An ECHO is different from an ECG. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.
Understanding next steps
Specific examinations may need different instructions; confirm with the centre. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.