Echocardiogram (transthoracic)

Download our PDF to find out what an standard transthoracic echocardiogram is and what to expect when having one.

This test uses sound waves to study the structure of your heart and how the heart and valves are working. A probe sends out and records these sound waves, producing a moving image of your heart on a computer. Download our transthoracic echocardiogram (PDF) to read more.