#Electrocardiogram
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of the heart.
Why the Test is Performed
An ECG is used to measure:
Any damage to the heart
How fast your heart is beating and whether it is beating normally
The effects of drugs or devices used to control the heart (such as a pacemaker)
The size and position of your heart chambers
An ECG is often the first test done to determine whether a person has heart disease. Your doctor may order this test if:
You have chest pain or palpitations
You are scheduled for surgery
You have had heart problems in the past
You have a strong history of heart disease in the family
There is no reason for healthy people to have yearly ECG tests.
No comments:
Post a Comment