electrocardiogram
noun
elec·tro·car·dio·gram
i-ˌlek-trō-ˈkär-dē-ə-ˌgram 
: the tracing made by an electrocardiograph
also
: the procedure for producing an electrocardiogram
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This might include an electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, or a special test called a pyrophosphate scan, which can detect amyloid deposits in the heart.
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Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 9 July 2024
Before starting the medication, your healthcare provider may recommend assessing your heart health with an electrocardiogram (EKG) test.1
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An inquest at Stockport Coroner's Court heard on June 4 and 5 that a doctor had misinterpreted the late father’s electrocardiogram (ECG) scan.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 17 June 2024
The company develops its algorithms for detecting heart and lung conditions through its large collection of chest sounds and electrocardiogram data.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 5 June 2024
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Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 9 July 2024
Before starting the medication, your healthcare provider may recommend assessing your heart health with an electrocardiogram (EKG) test.1
Serotonin Syndrome
SSRIs increase the amount of available serotonin in the brain.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 6 July 2024
An inquest at Stockport Coroner's Court heard on June 4 and 5 that a doctor had misinterpreted the late father’s electrocardiogram (ECG) scan.
—Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 17 June 2024
The company develops its algorithms for detecting heart and lung conditions through its large collection of chest sounds and electrocardiogram data.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 5 June 2024
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electrocardiogram
noun
elec·tro·car·dio·gram
-ˈkärd-ē-ə-ˌgram
: the tracing made by an electrocardiograph
also
: the procedure for producing an electrocardiogram
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