The second part of the screening is an echocardiogram. The echocardiogram provides both still and motion images, allowing our cardiologist the ability to see the structural function of the heart. The echocardiogram allows us to analyze chamber sizes, wall thickness, all valve function, blood flow as well as other critical parts of the heart. According to Mayo Clinic, the echocardiogram is considered the “Gold Standard” in evaluating the structure of the heart.