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Ecg or echo, What to choose ?

2018-06-01 05:42:04
Hello, From past 1 month i have pain in left chest . I am thinking of getting ecg test. Can ecg test detect heart blockage or any damage in it. Or i should go for Echo? Help i am really worried.. :(
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First test do be done is ECG only, 2D Echo is done as per doctor advice if needed, consult cardiologist

Answered2018-06-01 06:23:18

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