Cardiac function is comprised of many components that work together. This course will focus on systolic and diastolic heart function and explore the implications of ischemic heart disease. Investigative techniques performed in an echocardiogram are discussed including the correlation with other diagnostic tests. Interventional ultrasound studies and the role of the sonographer in these exams will also be reviewed. Hands-on ultrasound scanning in the laboratory component of this course will reinforce the standard echocardiographic views and measurements obtained in a diagnostic echocardiogram.