Frequently Asked Questions

Only the Cardiac Doppler is done by the Cardiologist, rest of all the Dopplers are done by Radiologists.

The Doppler study is named after a 19th-century physicist, Christian Doppler. This physicist discovered the "Doppler effect," a way to measure sound waves reflected by moving objects. Hence, the name Doppler study.

Doppler study results yield good absolute accuracy when suitably designed equipment is used. The chances of systematic errors are less than 6%.  

The price for a Doppler study varies depending on its type. In India, the Doppler study ranges from INR 3,000 to 12,000.  

The time duration for Doppler test results may vary in different hospitals. In Aster Hospitals, you will be receiving the results immediately.  

Ultrasound does not need any injectable dyes and does not use any radiation like an X-ray. Thus, Doppler study is a painless and safest test. This non-invasive procedure only involves placing a small handheld device called a transducer on your skin to capture the sound waves.

The duration of the study can vary based on the specific body part being examined and the complexity of the test. However, most Doppler studies take 30 to 60 minutes to complete.  

Preparations required for the Doppler study depend on the type of ultrasound and the reason for the test. It includes Fasting for a couple of hours before the Doppler test Quit smoking or anything with nicotine for at least two hours before the Doppler test

As per standard procedure, all adults and children with any CHD need to see a cardiologist/ heart specialist regularly, depending on the severity of disease.