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2D Echo

An ultrasound of the heart that shows its chambers, valves and pumping on a screen, using a probe moved over the chest.

How it works

An ultrasound probe on the chest sends sound waves into the heart and turns their echoes into a moving picture of the chambers, valves and blood flow.
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  1. 1The probe rests on the chest while you lie on your left side.
  2. 2Sound waves reach the heart through the ribs.
  3. 3A moving picture shows the chambers, valves and pumping.

What happens, step by step

  1. Step 01

    Lie on your left side

    This brings the heart closer to the chest wall so it shows clearly.

  2. Step 02

    ECG pads and gel

    A few ECG pads go on to time the heartbeat, and gel is spread on the chest.

  3. Step 03

    Probe is moved

    The probe is held at several places on the chest. You may be asked to breathe out and hold briefly.

  4. Step 04

    Measurements and report

    The doctor measures the heart's size and pumping and writes the report.

Before you come

How to prepareUsually
Wear a top that is easy to remove. Bring earlier ECG or echo reports and a list of your medicines.
FastingUsually
Not needed for a standard echo.
How long it takesUsually
Usually 20–45 minutes.
When the report comesUsually
Usually the same day.

Answers marked “Usually” are what most hospitals ask, not yet confirmed for Lopmudra. Call the branch you plan to visit; the desk will tell you exactly how to prepare.

Lopmudra's own answers not confirmed yet

Which branches have it

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