Which best describes an echocardiogram, which may be used to diagnose heart disease?
A) Radionucleotides attached to red blood cells allow for visualization of the heart while beating
B) Vital signs are measured after a session of prescribed exercise on a treadmill
C) A technician takes a graphic recording of the heart's electrical activity
D) A catheter is inserted from an appropriate artery or vein into the ventricle
E) Sound waves are used to document anatomy and function of the heart

Question

Which best describes an echocardiogram, which may be used to diagnose heart disease?​
A) ​Radionucleotides attached to red blood cells allow for visualization of the heart while beating
B) ​Vital signs are measured after a session of prescribed exercise on a treadmill
C) ​A technician takes a graphic recording of the heart's electrical activity
D) ​A catheter is inserted from an appropriate artery or vein into the ventricle
E) ​Sound waves are used to document anatomy and function of the heart

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An echocardiogram is a non-invasive procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the heart's anatomy and function. This imaging technique can help diagnose various heart conditions, such as heart valve problems, heart failure, and congenital heart defects.

Which Best Describes an Echocardiogram, Which May Be Used to Diagnose