Stress Echo
A stress echo shows how well your heart and blood vessels are working During a stress echo you’ll exercise on a treadmill or stationary bike while the doctor measures your blood pressure and heart rhythm. When your heart rate reaches peak levels, a tech will take ultrasound images of your heart to determine whether your heart muscles are getting enough blood and oxygen while you exercise.
The stress echo may be used to diagnose problems with your heart, guide treatment decisions, or measure the effectiveness of treatment.