{"id":6034,"date":"2023-02-07T10:14:07","date_gmt":"2023-02-07T04:44:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/?p=6034"},"modified":"2026-01-05T17:15:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T11:45:17","slug":"chest-ultrasound","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/ultrasound\/chest-ultrasound\/","title":{"rendered":"Chest Ultrasound &#8211; Price, Purpose &amp; Results [2026]"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"nav-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#cost\">Cost<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#purpose\">Purpose<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#preparation\">Preparation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#procedure\">Procedure<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#benefits\">Benefits<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#risks\">Risks <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#result\">Result<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A thoracic ultrasound, commonly referred to as a <strong>chest ultrasound<\/strong>, is an imaging procedure that provides <strong>precise images of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels<\/strong> within the chest. It is a non-invasive procedure and uses high-frequency sound waves to view the internal organs of the body. Generally, doctors use chest ultrasounds to identify and monitor illnesses such as<strong> blood clots, lung infections<\/strong>, and <strong>heart failure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is safe for pregnant women and young children because it uses non ionizing radiation and is <strong>painless<\/strong>. A radiologist or a cardiologist often interprets the findings of a chest ultrasound. The cost of a chest ultrasound ranges from <strong>Rs. 800 to Rs. 1600.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"783\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/USG-CHEST-INTRO-1024x783.jpg\" alt=\"USG Chest Scan purpose\" class=\"wp-image-6289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/USG-CHEST-INTRO-1024x783.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/USG-CHEST-INTRO-412x315.jpg 412w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/USG-CHEST-INTRO-768x587.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/USG-CHEST-INTRO-595x455.jpg 595w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/USG-CHEST-INTRO.jpg 1412w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your doctor may recommend a chest ultrasound if you have the following signs and symptoms:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Chest pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shortness of breath<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cough<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Palpitations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chest swelling or mass<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Persistent bronchitis or pneumonia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Abnormal chest X-ray findings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Previous chest surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"783\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Chest-Ultrasound-1-1024x783.jpg\" alt=\"Symptoms related to Chest USG\n\" class=\"wp-image-6225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Chest-Ultrasound-1-1024x783.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Chest-Ultrasound-1-412x315.jpg 412w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Chest-Ultrasound-1-768x587.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Chest-Ultrasound-1-595x455.jpg 595w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Chest-Ultrasound-1.jpg 1412w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chest Ultrasound Test Details in Brief<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e7f5fe\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Also Known As<\/strong><\/td><td>Lung Ultrasound, Thoracic Ultrasound, Chest Sonogram, Pulmonary USG, Pleural USG, Mediastinal USG<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/td><td>To evaluate the structures and organs within the chest, such as the heart, lungs, blood vessels, and lymph nodes, and diagnose conditions like fluid buildup, heart disease, tumours, infections, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Preparation<\/strong><\/td><td>No special preparation is needed.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fasting<\/strong><\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reporting Time<\/strong><\/td><td>&lt;24 Hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs 800- Rs 1600<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cost\">Chest Ultrasound Scan Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The price for an Ultrasound scan depends on the City, Ultrasound centre and radiologist who perform the test. Usually, the price of a USG Chest varies from <strong>Rs. 800 to Rs. 1600<\/strong>&nbsp;depending on the city, type of scan, and diagnostic centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prices at Popular Diagnostic Centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The list of the discounted price of USG Chest at different Diagnostics centres in India through bookmerilab.com is given below-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Diagnostic Centres<\/th><th>Price<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Prognosis Laboratories<\/td><td>\u20b9 840<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bharat X-Ray Clinic<\/td><td>\u20b9 1003<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mahajan Imaging<\/td><td>\u20b9 1620<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Aarthi Scans <\/td><td>\u20b9 1440<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Janta XRays<\/td><td>\u20b9 1540<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pulse Imaging <\/td><td>\u20b9 840 &#8211; \u20b9 1200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vijaya Diagnostic Centre<\/td><td>\u20b9 1350<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>National Imaging<\/td><td>\u20b9 1260<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NM Medical<\/td><td>\u20b9 2000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bharat Scan<\/td><td>\u20b9 1800<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cost in different cities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The USG Chest cost varies depending on the lab and the city. The list of the discounted price of USG Chest at different Diagnostics centers in India through bookmerilab.com is given below-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f3f4f5\"><thead><tr><th>City<\/th><th>Test Price<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookmerilab.com\/delhi\/ultrasound-chest-1180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USG Chest Price in Delhi<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 800 to Rs 2200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookmerilab.com\/mumbai\/ultrasound-chest-1180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USG Chest Price in Mumbai<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 800 to Rs 1700<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookmerilab.com\/bangalore\/ultrasound-chest-1180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USG Chest Price in Bangalore<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 800 to Rs 1440<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookmerilab.com\/hyderabad\/ultrasound-chest-1180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USG Chest Price in Hyderabad<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 600 to Rs 1350<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookmerilab.com\/gurgaon\/ultrasound-chest-1180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USG Chest Price in Gurgaon<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 850 to Rs 2090<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookmerilab.com\/chennai\/ultrasound-chest-1180\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USG Chest Price in Chennai<\/a><\/td><td>Rs 1350 to Rs 1440<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"666\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/usg-chest-summary-666x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Chest Ultrasound Summary\" class=\"wp-image-6286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/usg-chest-summary-666x1024.jpg 666w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/usg-chest-summary-205x315.jpg 205w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/usg-chest-summary-768x1182.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/usg-chest-summary-998x1536.jpg 998w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/usg-chest-summary-595x915.jpg 595w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/usg-chest-summary.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 666px) 100vw, 666px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"purpose\">Purpose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Chest ultrasound is used <strong>to guide biopsy procedures<\/strong>, and <strong>to evaluate the chest<\/strong> after cardiac or lung surgery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is used to diagnose and monitor a variety of medical conditions-\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Heart failure<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fluid buildup<\/strong> in the pleural (around lungs) or pericardial (surrounding heart) cavity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blood clots in the lungs<\/strong> (Pulmonary embolism)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lung collapse<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Heart valve problems<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High blood pressure in the lungs<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>To check if there is <strong>any dilation in the main blood vessel<\/strong> leading from the heart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For detection of <strong>any tumors<\/strong> in the lung or chest wall.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To diagnose other lung-related infections like <strong>pneumonia<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anatomy of the respiratory system. :<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"412\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Human_Lungs.gif\" alt=\"Anatomy of Human Lungs\" class=\"wp-image-6035\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Human_Lungs.gif\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The <strong>nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi,<\/strong> and <strong>lungs<\/strong> compose our respiratory system. Let us see the role of each part-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The nose and pharynx &#8211; They filter, warm, and humidify the air.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The larynx, or voice box, protects the airway.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The trachea, or windpipe, carries air to the lungs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bronchi, which branch off the trachea, transport air to the lungs. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The lungs are the main organs of respiration and are composed of tiny air sacs called alveoli where gas exchange occurs.&nbsp; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The diaphragm and intercostal muscles are responsible for the movement of air in and out of the lungs during breathing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"preparation\">Preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. You may be asked to remove any clothing or jewellery that may interfere with the ultrasound images.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your healthcare provider<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may be asked to drink water before the procedure to fill your stomach, which can make it easier to image the organs in the chest.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Be on time for your appointment and bring any relevant medical information or previous imaging studies with you. It&#8217;s important to follow the instructions provided by your healthcare provider to ensure the best possible images and results from the chest ultrasound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"procedure\">Procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>A transparent gel will be applied to the skin on your chest as you lie on your back on an examination table with your shirt off or partially undone.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The transducer detects the sound waves that are reflected and uses them to produce visuals on a computer screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The procedure could take anywhere from <strong>30 minutes to an hour<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To obtain better photos of specific places during the operation, you may be requested to adjust your position, hold your breath, or cough.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>A radiologist or cardiologist will interpret the images after the test, discuss the results with you and inform your healthcare provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benefits\">Benefits of Chest Ultrasound<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some benefits of Chest Ultrasound:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diagnoses respiratory and chest diseases &#8211; <\/strong>Works to detect infections, pleural effusions, or the presence of abnormal fluid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-invasive and safe &#8211;<\/strong> A radiation-free procedure which uses waves in the air.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rapid and easy &#8211;<\/strong> Most of the time, a quick imaging can be done without the patient&#8217;s discomfort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tracks the treatment stages &#8211;<\/strong> Can be utilized in the process of recovery from lung infections or other chest diseases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Facilitates additional interventions &#8211;<\/strong> The precise imaging helps the doctors to plan the nature of treatment or perform a suitable intervention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost-effective &#8211;<\/strong> A low-cost tool for diagnosing chest problems in an accurate and efficient way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"risks\">Risks <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before having a chest ultrasound, it&#8217;s crucial to let your doctor know about any health issues or worries you may have. Some risks that are associated with chest USG are-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Skin rashes or allergic reactions<\/strong> to the procedure&#8217;s gel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Slight discomfort or pain<\/strong> caused by the transducer pressing against the skin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On rare occasions, the method could <strong>give false positives or miss a condition<\/strong> that is already present<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the medical community considers chest ultrasound a safe procedure with minimal risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"result\">Chest Ultrasound Results and Interpretation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chest ultrasound findings can detect several conditions, such as the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Heart failure: <\/strong>The size and function of the heart and the presence of fluid buildup in the <strong>pericardial sac<\/strong><em>(&nbsp;It is&nbsp;a fibrous sac that encloses the heart and great vessels)<\/em> are evaluated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lung infections:<\/strong> Inflammation, infection, and fluid buildup in the pleural cavity are detected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blood clots:<\/strong> Detects the presence of blood clots in the pulmonary arteries (pulmonary embolism).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aortic aneurysm:<\/strong> The enlargement of the main blood vessel emerging from the heart is assessed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chest wall or lung tumors:<\/strong> Lumps or tumors in the lung or chest wall are identified.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s crucial to remember that a chest ultrasound&#8217;s findings are not always definitive and may require confirmation with additional imaging tests or diagnostic procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some other chest tests doctors may recommend for further confirmation are<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/mri-scan\/mri-chest\/\">MRI chest<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/ct-scan\/ct-scan-chest\/\">CT Chest<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/x-ray\/x-ray-test-india\/\">X-Ray Chest<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To sum up, chest ultrasonography serves as an insightful diagnostic tool by providing detailed images of the chest structures and internal organs. Various illnesses including heart failure, lung infections, blood clots, and lung cancer can be diagnosed and monitored through this procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process doesn&#8217;t involve ionizing radiation and is safe and non-invasive. The radiologist or cardiologist evaluates the data and, when paired with other diagnostic tests, provides a thorough insight into the patient&#8217;s condition. The management of illnesses involving the chest can benefit from the use of chest ultrasonography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1675076860091\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: What is a chest ultrasound used for?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: A chest ultrasound is used to create detailed images of the organs and structures within the chest, such as the heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It is used to diagnose and monitor a variety of medical conditions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1675076920060\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Is a chest ultrasound safe?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: Yes, a chest ultrasound is a safe and non-invasive procedure with minimal risks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1675076958498\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Will I feel pain during the chest ultrasound?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: No, chest ultrasound is a painless procedure.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1675077001115\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Are there any restrictions after a chest ultrasound?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: There are no restrictions after the chest ultrasound, you can resume your normal activities immediately.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1675077040717\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Can a chest ultrasound detect cancer?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: A chest ultrasound can be used to detect certain types of lung cancer. However, it is not as accurate as other imaging tests, such as a CT scan or MRI, for detecting lung cancer.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1675077092286\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: How long does a chest ultrasound take?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: The procedure may take between 30 minutes to an hour.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767612599127\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: <strong>Can ultrasound detect chest infection?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: Yes, chest ultrasound can help detect infections like pneumonia by showing fluid accumulation or inflammation in the lungs and pleural cavity.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767612617222\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: <strong>Why would a doctor order a chest scan?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: Doctors may order a chest ultrasound to evaluate lung infections, pleural effusion, chest trauma, or heart-related issues without using radiation.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767612627541\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: <strong>What is the cost of chest ultrasound?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: The cost generally ranges from \u20b9800 to \u20b91,600, depending on the city and diagnostic center.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1767612629360\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: <strong>Can I eat before the ultrasound?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: Yes, in most cases, you can eat normally before a chest ultrasound as fasting is usually not required. may take between 30 minutes to an hour.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How to Book a Chest Ultrasound?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"410\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-To-Book-a-CHEST-usg-410x1024.jpg\" alt=\"How To Book Chest USG?\" class=\"wp-image-6237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-To-Book-a-CHEST-usg-410x1024.jpg 410w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-To-Book-a-CHEST-usg-126x315.jpg 126w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-To-Book-a-CHEST-usg-768x1920.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-To-Book-a-CHEST-usg-595x1488.jpg 595w, https:\/\/bookmerilab.com\/tests\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-To-Book-a-CHEST-usg.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-6034\" data-postid=\"6034\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-6034 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n    <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A thoracic ultrasound, commonly referred to as a chest ultrasound, is an imaging procedure that provides precise images of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels within the chest. 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