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Understanding the Context

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Key Insights

A transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) is a test that uses ultrasound to create images of your heart’s structure and function. Your healthcare provider will explain why you need the test and what the results mean. If you are having a stress TTE, you may need to run on a treadmill or ride an exercise bike. If you cannot exercise, you may be given medicine in your IV that causes your heart to work harder. During a stress TTE, healthcare providers check your heart at rest and while your heart is under stress.

Final Thoughts

TRANSTHORACIC ECHOCARDIOGRAM (TTE) TTE is the type of echocardiogram that most people will have. A specially trained technician called a sonographer performs the test. A heart doctor (cardiologist) interprets the results. An instrument called a transducer is placed on various locations on your chest and upper abdomen and directed toward the heart.