Test Name | : | Electrocardiogram (ECG) |
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Sample Type | : | Electrode Sensors | Gender | : | Male / Female | Age group | : | All Age GroupYears |
Report Timeline | : | 8 Hours |
This Test Includes | : | 2 Tests |
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An Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of the heart. It ...
No special preparation is needed.
Avoid caffeine, smoking, or heavy exercise before the test.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing for easy electrode placement.
Inform the doctor about any medications you are taking.
Small electrode patches are attached to the chest, arms, and legs.
The electrodes detect the heart's electrical signals.
The machine records and displays heart activity as a graph.
The test is painless and takes about 5-10 minutes.