Echocardiogram
An echocardiogram is a specialized ultrasound test used to evaluate the complex structures of the heart and the direction of blood flow within its chambers. At Advance Diagnostics Laboratories (ADL), our highly trained technicians utilize advanced transducer technology to capture detailed images and videos from various angles across the chest wall. This non-invasive procedure is essential for assessing overall heart function and diagnosing conditions such as valve disease, myocardial disease, and congenital heart defects. Serving the Pontiac and Livonia areas, we ensure that every study is reviewed by a cardiologist, with a comprehensive report provided within 24 to 48 hours to help you and your physician monitor your heart health or the effectiveness of ongoing treatments.
Echocardiogram is an ultrasound test that can evaluate the structures of the heart, as well as the direction of blood flow within it. Specially trained technician produces the images and videos using a special transducer that is placed in various places on the chest wall, to view the heart from different directions.
Cardiologists, or heart specialists, are trained to evaluate these images to assess heart function and provide a report of the results.
The echocardiogram is just one of the many tests that can be done to evaluate heart anatomy and function. The test is used to:
- Assess the overall function of your heart
- Determine the presence of many types of heart disease, such as valve disease, myocardial disease, pericardial disease, infective endocarditis, cardiac masses, and congenital heart disease
- Follow the progress of valve disease over time
- Evaluate the effectiveness of your medical or surgical treatments
We will provide a Cardiologist report within 24 - 48 hours.
