An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a medical examination test that detects heart abnormalities by measuring the electrical activity of the heart as it connects. The device that records the patient’s electrical data of heart in graphical form is called an electrocardiography.
An electrocardiograph records the electrical activity of the heart muscle and displays this data as clues on screen and paper. This data is then interpreted by a medical professional.
ECGs from healthy hearts have a characteristic feature. Any irregular heartbeat or heart muscle damage can alter the electrical activity of the heart so that the ECG status can be altered.
Most Recommended to whom
Doctor may recommend an ECG for people who may be at risk for heart disease, or for smoking, tobacco chewing or for diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure.
They can also recommend an ECG if a person experiences symptoms such as:
- Someone with chest pain
- You have trouble breathing or you have trouble breathing
- Dizziness, light-headedness or confusion
- Fainting
- Abnormal heartbeat
- Weakness, fatigue or decreased ability to exercise
- If blocked or narrowed arteries in your heart (arterial disease) cause chest pain or heart disease