electrocardiogram  
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(1) Noun : An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) records the electrical signal from your heart to check for different heart conditions. Electrodes are placed on your chest to record your heart's electrical signals, which cause your heart to beat. The signals are shown as waves on an attached computer monitor or printer.

Examples

  • Mr. Smith's electrocardiogram showed some abnormal heart function that will need to be investigated further.  

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