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Cardiac Stress Tests and Echocardiogram

A cardiac stress test may be ordered if you have or are suspected of having coronary artery disease. These tests can evaluate your heart's response to stress or exercise. A stress echocardiogram or "echo" is an ultrasound-based procedure that shows how the heart chambers and valves are working. Watch this video for more information on Cardiac Stress Tests and Echocardiograms.

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Date Last Reviewed: 5/16/2008
Date Last Modified: 5/16/2008

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