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Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) Index

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An electrocardiogram, or "ECG" "EKG," the acronyms more commonly used for this non-invasive procedure to record the electrical activity of the heart. An EKG is generally performed as part of routine physical exam, part of a cardiac exercise stress test, or part of the evaluation of symptoms of palpitations, fainting, shortness of breath, dizziness, fainting, or chest pain.

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