Each time your heart beats, an electrical signal travels through the heart. An EKG can show if your heart is beating at a normal rate and strength. It also helps show the size and position of your heart's chambers. An abnormal EKG can be a sign of heart disease or damage.
What are 3 reasons a person would get an EKG?
Why might I need an electrocardiogram?
- To look for the cause of chest pain.
- To evaluate problems which may be heart-related, such as severe tiredness, shortness of breath, dizziness, or fainting.
- To identify irregular heartbeats.
Can an EKG detect a blockage?
An ECG Can Recognize the Signs of Blocked Arteries.
Since the test identifies anomalies of heart rhythm, impaired blood flow to the heart, otherwise known as ischemia, says WebMD, can also be identified.
