
An electrocardiogram—also called an EKG or ECG—examines the electrical activity of your heartbeat to uncover any problems. An electrical impulse is passed through the heart, and the heart’s electrical activity will be recorded on paper in the form of line tracings, with a series of dips and spikes or “waves.” EKGs are painless and cause no harm or danger. Learn more about what to expect when receiving an EKG at Washington Health Medical Group.
An EKG reveals two major pieces of information:
Your WHMG doctor can read the results of your EKG by examining the “waves” or spikes and dips in line tracings. This pattern can reveal important information about your heart.
There are multiple purposes of an EKG; including:
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