An echocardiogram is a safe and painless test that uses sound waves to create moving pictures of your heart. These pictures show the size and shape of your heart, and how well your heart valves and chambers are working. It helps doctors see how well your heart is pumping blood.
When is it needed?
Shortness of breathChest painSwelling in legsIrregular heartbeatHeart murmur
How to prepare
No special preparation needed. You can eat and drink normally before the test.
More about this test
An echocardiogram is a safe and painless test that uses sound waves to create moving pictures of your heart. These pictures show the size and shape of your heart, and how well your heart valves and chambers are working. It helps doctors see how well your heart is pumping blood.
Typical price in India
₹149
Based on 1,715 centres listing this test. Prices vary by city, lab, and accreditation.
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An echocardiogram is a safe and painless test that uses sound waves to create moving pictures of your heart. These pictures show the size and shape of your heart, and how well your heart valves and chambers are working. It helps doctors see how well your heart is pumping blood.
How should I prepare for a Echocardiogram?
No special preparation needed. You can eat and drink normally before the test.
How much does a Echocardiogram cost in India?
Echocardiogram typically costs around ₹149 at most Indian diagnostic centres, though prices vary by city, lab, and accreditation. WhatsApp two or three centres on Locatemycentre with the test name and pick the lowest NABL-accredited quote.
Can I get a Echocardiogram with home sample collection?
Yes. Almost every NABL-accredited diagnostic centre in metros like Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad offers home sample collection for Echocardiogram. Book the night before, especially for any fasting tests, and confirm the visit fee (typically ₹100-₹250).
How long do Echocardiogram results take?
Most routine Echocardiogram reports are ready within 6-24 hours of sample collection. Specialised assays and tests sent to a parent lab may take 2-7 days. Confirm the exact turnaround with the centre before booking - it matters if you have a follow-up consult scheduled.
How will I receive the report?
Reports are emailed as a PDF and are usually downloadable from the centre's patient portal using your registration ID. Hard-copy collection at the counter is usually free; courier delivery is optional. Save the digital copy - your physician will want to see it alongside any prior reports.
Do I need a doctor's prescription for a Echocardiogram?
For most routine versions of Echocardiogram you can walk in without a prescription. Some advanced or restricted tests require a referral by law, and a physician's involvement is always recommended so the result is interpreted against your symptoms and history.
When should I repeat a Echocardiogram?
Repeat timing depends on the clinical reason for the test. For monitoring a known condition, your physician will set the interval (often every 3-6 months). For a screening test that came back normal, repeat as part of your annual health check unless your doctor advises otherwise.