An echocardiogram produces images of the heart to assess the organ's structure and function. The test is also used to diagnose cardiac conditions.

How is it done? An echocardiogram is a noninvasive and relatively quick procedure that requires minimal preparation. Below, we discuss what to expect before, during, and after an echocardiogram.

A transesophageal echocardiogram, or TEE, is like an ultrasound of your heart taken from the inside. Find out how this test works, its risks, and how to prepare.

A stress echocardiogram is an imaging test that monitors the functioning of the heart by inducing a stress test, a stimulus that facilitates a stressful environment within the heart. Through ...