Can Get Heart Tests Like ECG, 2D Echo, and Angiography?

Dear Manmohansingh Sethi Ji,

Yes, you can. If you have symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness, fainting, swelling in the legs, or unexplained fatigue, a cardiologist may recommend tests like ECG, 2D Echo, TMT, Holter monitoring, CT Coronary Angiography, or Coronary Angiography to diagnose your heart condition. These investigations help identify problems such as blocked heart arteries, valve disorders, irregular heart rhythms, heart failure, or other cardiac diseases.

At HexaHealth, we can help you consult an experienced cardiologist and arrange the required heart diagnostic tests at trusted partner hospitals near you.

Common Heart Diagnostic Tests

ECG (Electrocardiogram)

An ECG records the electrical activity of your heart and is usually the first test recommended. It helps detect

• Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)

• Heart attack (current or previous)

• Conduction abnormalities

• Changes suggesting reduced blood supply to the heart

The test is painless and usually takes 5–10 minutes.

2D Echo (Echocardiography)

A 2D Echo is an ultrasound scan of the heart that shows its structure and function. It helps evaluate

• Heart pumping capacity (ejection fraction)

• Heart valve diseases

• Congenital heart defects

• Enlarged heart chambers

• Fluid around the heart

It is a non-invasive test and does not involve radiation.

TMT (Treadmill Test)

A TMT assesses how your heart performs during exercise. It is commonly advised if you have

• Chest pain during physical activity

• Breathlessness on exertion

• Suspected coronary artery disease

• Need for fitness assessment before treatment

Holter Monitoring

This test continuously records your heart rhythm for 24–48 hours and helps detect intermittent rhythm abnormalities that may not appear on a routine ECG.

CT Coronary Angiography

CT Coronary Angiography is a non-invasive imaging test that provides detailed pictures of the coronary arteries and helps identify narrowing or blockages.

Coronary Angiography

Coronary angiography is the most accurate test for diagnosing blockages in the heart's arteries. During the procedure, a thin catheter is inserted through the wrist or groin, and contrast dye is injected to visualise the coronary arteries.

Cardiologist may recommend angiography if

• You have persistent chest pain.

• Your ECG, Echo, or TMT results are abnormal.

• A heart attack is suspected.

• Angioplasty or bypass surgery is being considered.

Which Test Might You Need?

The appropriate investigation depends on your symptoms and clinical condition.

• Chest pain: ECG, Troponin, 2D Echo, TMT, CT Coronary Angiography, or Coronary Angiography.

• Palpitations: ECG, Holter Monitoring, and 2D Echo.

• Shortness of breath: ECG, 2D Echo, Chest X-ray, and Stress Test.

• High blood pressure: ECG, 2D Echo, and blood investigations.

• Suspected heart blockage: TMT, CT Coronary Angiography, or Coronary Angiography.

Cardiologist will recommend only the tests that are medically necessary after evaluating your symptoms.

How HexaHealth Can Help

HexaHealth can help you

• Book an appointment with an experienced cardiologist.

• Arrange ECG, 2D Echo, TMT, Holter Monitoring, CT Coronary Angiography, Coronary Angiography, and other heart investigations at trusted partner hospitals.

• Compare diagnostic test costs across hospitals.

• Assist with insurance and cashless treatment, wherever applicable.

• Coordinate follow-up consultations if further treatment such as angioplasty, bypass surgery, valve surgery, or pacemaker implantation is required.

If you let us know your city, age, symptoms, or whether a doctor has already advised any heart test, HexaHealth can help you find the most suitable cardiologist and diagnostic centre near you.

Wishing you and your family good health always.
Warm regards,
Team HexaHealth