An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a medical test performed to detect heart abnormalities by measuring the electrical activity of the heart.
When it’s done ?
An ECG is recommended: As part of the general examination of the heartTo determine the cause of chest pain, breathlessness, dizziness, fainting or rapid, irregular heartbeats (palpitations)To assess how medications or medical devices (such as pacemakers) help keep the disease in controlTo check the health of the heart when other conditions that affect the heart are present (such as a high blood pressure, a high level of cholesterol, diabetes, smoking or a family history of heart diseases)