 An echocardiogram is an ultrasound of the heart. It uses standard 2D, 3D and Doppler ultrasound to create images of the heart. Pre-procedure, you will need to remove your ornaments, accessories, purse, belt etc. During the procedure, you are given a hospital gown to change into and settled comfortably in a private area throughout. The technologist applies conducting gel on your chest, stomach and neck and uses an ultrasound probe to get different views of the heart. In case of female patients, the procedure is always performed by a female technologist. The technologist will then remove the electrodes and wipe off the excess gel. The procedure takes about 15 minutes and is completely painless. Post-procedure, you may proceed with your routine daily activities and the report will be issued within 13 minutes at the reception.