Electrocardiography is the process of producing an electrocardiogram. It is a graph of voltage versus time of the electrical activity of the heart using electrodes placed on the skin.
What is an EKG looking for?
An electrocardiogram (EKG) test is a simple, painless procedure that measures electrical signals in your heart. 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.
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.
