ecg

noun

Meaning

A medical test that records the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time using electrodes placed on the skin.

Examples

The nurse performed an ECG to investigate why the patient was experiencing chest pain.
An ECG is a standard procedure during a routine physical examination for older adults.

Synonyms: ekg, electrocardiogram

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ecg

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌiː.siːˈdʒiː/

Definition

A medical test that records the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time using electrodes placed on the skin.

Examples

The nurse performed an ECG to investigate why the patient was experiencing chest pain.
An ECG is a standard procedure during a routine physical examination for older adults.

Synonyms of ecg

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