Heart ultrasound · Riga, Purvciems
Echocardiography (echo) helps assess the structure and function of the heart: chamber size, valve condition, contractility and blood flow. The examination uses ultrasound, with no X-ray radiation.
Indications
Whether you need the examination is decided by a doctor. An echo is most often recommended in these situations:
What the doctor assesses
Ultrasound shows the heart in motion. During the examination the doctor assesses:
The doctor measures the atria and ventricles and looks for any changes in their size.
The examination shows the thickness of the heart muscle and how it contracts.
It shows how effectively the heart pumps blood, including the ejection fraction.
The doctor checks how the valves move and looks for narrowing or backward flow.
Doppler imaging helps assess the direction and speed of blood flow.
An echo can detect fluid collecting in the pericardium.
Who performs the examination
The examination is performed by the clinic’s cardiologists. Our reception will help you choose a doctor and a convenient time.
Certified cardiologist
Cardiology consultations and echocardiography for adults, including Doppler measurements.
Certified cardiologist
Echocardiography specialist, interventional cardiologist.
Step by step
A standard echo: the probe is placed on the skin of the chest. The appointment takes about 15 minutes.
Online, by phone or on WhatsApp. No referral needed.
The doctor asks about the reason for the examination and reviews previous results.
You lie on a couch; the doctor applies gel and moves the probe over your chest.
You receive the diagnostic report on the day of the examination.
The examination is painless: you may only notice the cool gel and light pressure from the probe. You can return to your usual activities straight away.
Equipment
At Grand Medical, echocardiography is performed on a GE Vivid T8 ultrasound system that shows the heart in real time. The doctor assesses wall motion, valve function and blood flow using Doppler modes.
Price
85 €
Heart ultrasound examination with a diagnostic report. No referral is needed to book.
An echo and a cardiology consultation are separate services. If you need your results explained, treatment advice or further tests, you can book a cardiologist consultation (paid separately).
The clinic works with Balta, Seesam and BTA. Cover depends on the terms of your policy — please check with your insurer before your visit.
Diagnostic methods
These tests complement each other — your doctor decides which one you need.
Shows the structure of the heart, the valves, wall contraction and blood flow.
Records the heart's electrical activity and helps assess rhythm and conduction.
Records the ECG over a longer period to detect rhythm problems that a standard ECG may miss.
FAQ
Yes. Echocardiography is an ultrasound examination of the heart, also called a heart ultrasound or echo.
An echo shows images of the heart and how it works, while an ECG records electrical activity and rhythm. See the comparison.
No, you can book without a referral.
Usually not: you do not need to fast and you take your medicines as usual. Bring previous results if you have them.
On the day of the examination.
No. The €85 price covers the examination and the diagnostic report. A cardiologist consultation is a separate service.
The clinic works with Balta, Seesam and BTA. Cover depends on your policy — please check with your insurer.
Booking
Booking portal, phone, WhatsApp or a request on our website — choose what suits you.
Book online
If there is no suitable time on the booking portals, contact the clinic — we will help you find an available slot.
By sending a request, you agree to our personal data processing policy.
Ļauj atklāt aterosklerozi, trombus, aneirismas un citas patoloģijas. Tiek izmantota slimību diagnosticēšanai, kā arī profilaktiskajiem izmeklējumiem, īpaši cilvēkiem ar riska faktoriem.
