When Should You Get an Echocardiography Test?

An echocardiography test, commonly known as a 2D Echo, uses ultrasound waves to examine the heart's structure and functioning. Doctors may recommend this test if you experience unexplained breathlessness, chest discomfort, persistent fatigue, leg swelling or an irregular heartbeat. It helps assess heart valve function, pumping efficiency and certain structural abnormalities. Echocardiography may also be recommended for patients with heart murmurs, suspected heart disease or existing cardiac conditions requiring monitoring. The examination is generally painless and does not involve radiation. Aarna Diagnostic Centre in Dehradun provides echocardiography services to support heart health assessment and timely medical evaluation.