An echocardiogram (an echo) is a noninvasive diagnostic test that can offer valuable information about the structure and function of your heart, including the sizes of different chambers, its ability to pump blood and the competency of your heart valves.
Also referred to as a diagnostic cardiac ultrasound, this test uses high-frequency sound waves and special computer technology that allows your doctor to take pictures of your heart’s structure, including its size, shape and movements.
There are a few different types of echocardiograms, but they all use sound waves to produce images. During the test, an ultrasound wand or probe sends sound waves to your heart that “echo” back to a computer monitor. The monitor uses those sound waves to create pictures of the heart and valves.
Some echo tests use Doppler technology to show the direction and speed of blood flow and help doctors identify problems with your heart valves.
An echocardiogram usually takes 30 to 60 minutes. It may take longer if other imaging tests are required.
After the test, the sonographer will send the results to your referring physician, who will review the results. Your physician may want to schedule a follow-up visit to discuss them.
If an echo test confirms a diagnosis, your treatment options will depend on the specific condition and the severity of your symptoms. In other cases, an echo test might not be enough to make an accurate diagnosis. Your doctor may recommend other tests to diagnose your condition, such as electrophysiology, a procedure called coronary catheterization or specialized imaging, such as CT or MRI scans.
You can have your echocardiogram at Baylor Scott & White’s specialized echocardiography labs, which are equipped with advanced diagnostic imaging tools to help ensure an accurate diagnosis. We can help you arrange follow-up care or additional cardiac services at our many heart and vascular locations in North and Central Texas.
1219 E South 11th St Ste B2, Abilene, TX, 79602
1219 E South 11th St Ste B2, Abilene, TX, 79602
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1901 Medi Park Dr Ste 2051, Amarillo, TX, 79106
1901 Medi Park Dr Ste 2051, Amarillo, TX, 79106
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3410 Worth St Ste 250, Dallas, TX, 75246
3410 Worth St Ste 250, Dallas, TX, 75246
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906 Judson Rd, Longview, TX, 75601
906 Judson Rd, Longview, TX, 75601
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3711 22nd St Ste B, Lubbock, TX, 79410
3711 22nd St Ste B, Lubbock, TX, 79410
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420 E 6th St Ste 102, Odessa, TX, 79761
420 E 6th St Ste 102, Odessa, TX, 79761
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1321 S Beckham Ave, Tyler, TX, 75701
1321 S Beckham Ave, Tyler, TX, 75701
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1250 8th Ave Ste 200, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
1250 8th Ave Ste 200, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
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1420 8th Ave Ste 103, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
1420 8th Ave Ste 103, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
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1400 8th Ave, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
1400 8th Ave, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
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621 N Hall St Ste 120, Dallas, TX, 75226
621 N Hall St Ste 120, Dallas, TX, 75226
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621 N Hall St Ste 500, Dallas, TX, 75226
621 N Hall St Ste 500, Dallas, TX, 75226
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4400 Interstate 30 W Ste 300, Greenville, TX, 75402
4400 Interstate 30 W Ste 300, Greenville, TX, 75402
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1575 Interstate 30, Mesquite, TX, 75150
1575 Interstate 30, Mesquite, TX, 75150
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4431 E US Hwy 287, Midlothian, TX, 76065
4431 E US Hwy 287, Midlothian, TX, 76065
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9101 N Central Expy Ste 250, Dallas, TX, 75231
9101 N Central Expy Ste 250, Dallas, TX, 75231
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301 E Ovilla Rd Ste 100, Red Oak, TX, 75154
301 E Ovilla Rd Ste 100, Red Oak, TX, 75154
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2360 N Interstate 35E Ste 110, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
2360 N Interstate 35E Ste 110, Waxahachie, TX, 75165
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1110 Cottonwood Ln Ste 215, Irving, TX, 75038
1110 Cottonwood Ln Ste 215, Irving, TX, 75038
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1280 8th Ave Ste 100, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
1280 8th Ave Ste 100, Fort Worth, TX, 76104
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5701 Bryant Irvin Rd Ste 301, Fort Worth, TX, 76132
5701 Bryant Irvin Rd Ste 301, Fort Worth, TX, 76132
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3333 Colorado Blvd, Denton, TX, 76210
3333 Colorado Blvd, Denton, TX, 76210
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16050 Everwell Ln Ste 600, Frisco, TX, 75033
16050 Everwell Ln Ste 600, Frisco, TX, 75033
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2020 W State Hwy 114 Ste 200, Grapevine, TX, 76051
2020 W State Hwy 114 Ste 200, Grapevine, TX, 76051
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1401 Shoal Creek Ste 240, Highland Village, TX, 75077
1401 Shoal Creek Ste 240, Highland Village, TX, 75077
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620 S Main St Ste 240, Keller, TX, 76248
620 S Main St Ste 240, Keller, TX, 76248
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6000 W Spring Creek Pkwy Ste 220, Plano, TX, 75024
6000 W Spring Creek Pkwy Ste 220, Plano, TX, 75024
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4708 Alliance Blvd Pavilion I, Ste 450 , Plano, TX, 75093
4708 Alliance Blvd Pavilion I, Ste 450 , Plano, TX, 75093
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3800 Gaylord Pkwy Ste 910, Frisco, TX, 75034
3800 Gaylord Pkwy Ste 910, Frisco, TX, 75034
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5308 N Galloway Ave Ste 201, Mesquite, TX, 75150
5308 N Galloway Ave Ste 201, Mesquite, TX, 75150
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6705 Heritage Pkwy Ste 202, Rockwall, TX, 75087
6705 Heritage Pkwy Ste 202, Rockwall, TX, 75087
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200 E Cesar Chavez St Ste G140, Austin, TX, 78701
200 E Cesar Chavez St Ste G140, Austin, TX, 78701
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2608 Brockton Dr, Austin, TX, 78758
2608 Brockton Dr, Austin, TX, 78758
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5251 US 290, Austin, TX, 78735
5251 US 290, Austin, TX, 78735
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10815 Ranch Rd 2222, Austin, TX, 78730
10815 Ranch Rd 2222, Austin, TX, 78730
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604 US 290, Brenham, TX, 77833
604 US 290, Brenham, TX, 77833
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5330 Overpass Rd Ste 100, Buda, TX, 78610
5330 Overpass Rd Ste 100, Buda, TX, 78610
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910 E Whitestone Blvd, Cedar Park, TX, 78613
910 E Whitestone Blvd, Cedar Park, TX, 78613
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800 Scott and White Dr, College Station, TX, 77845
800 Scott and White Dr, College Station, TX, 77845
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239 W US Hwy 190, Copperas Cove, TX, 76522
239 W US Hwy 190, Copperas Cove, TX, 76522
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4945 Williams Dr, Georgetown, TX, 78633
4945 Williams Dr, Georgetown, TX, 78633
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2600 E Pflugerville Pkwy Bldg 1, Ste 200, Pflugerville, TX, 78660
2600 E Pflugerville Pkwy Bldg 1, Ste 200, Pflugerville, TX, 78660
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2600 E Pflugerville Pkwy Building 2, Pflugerville, TX, 78660
2600 E Pflugerville Pkwy Building 2, Pflugerville, TX, 78660
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302 University Blvd, Round Rock, TX, 78665
302 University Blvd, Round Rock, TX, 78665
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403 Mallard Ln, Taylor, TX, 76574
403 Mallard Ln, Taylor, TX, 76574
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2740 N State Highway 360 Ste 100, Grand Prairie, TX, 75050
2740 N State Highway 360 Ste 100, Grand Prairie, TX, 75050
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1110 Cottonwood Ln, Irving, TX, 75038
1110 Cottonwood Ln, Irving, TX, 75038
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3095 Kingswood Blvd Suite 250, Grand Prairie, TX, 75052
3095 Kingswood Blvd Suite 250, Grand Prairie, TX, 75052
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3333 Colorado Blvd, Denton, TX, 76210
3333 Colorado Blvd, Denton, TX, 76210
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201 N Interstate 35 Ste 140, Gainesville, TX, 76240
201 N Interstate 35 Ste 140, Gainesville, TX, 76240
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