Implementing microbubble contrast in the echocardiography laboratory: a sonographer's perspective.

The sonographer is instrumental in incorporating ultrasound contrast into routine clinical use. Optimization of the ultrasound settings and image capture is the primary responsibility of the sonographer, who is the point person of the main contrast team. The responsibilities of the sonographer are varied and include designing a guideline-compliant laboratory environment and being familiar with contrast agents and echocardiographic equipment settings.