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ECG (Electrocardiogram) Test, Procedure and Cost

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ECG (Electrocardiogram)

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ECG (Electrocardiogram) is a completely safe, painless, non-invasive imaging test that is used to check the rhythm of the heart and identify the signs of heart disease. To evaluate the heart, the doctor asks for Electrocardiogram. 

Why is Electrocardiogram (ECG) Test done?

ECG is performed to help doctors for various reasons.

  • To find the root cause of chest pain
  • To evaluate the problems such as tiredness, shortness of breath, dizziness etc.
  • To diagnose a heart attack. To identify a missing or irregular heartbeat. To check the rhythm of the heart.
  • To check the flow of blood to your heart muscle and to identify whether it is low.
  • To identify the abnormalities such as high potassium, low calcium or high calcium.
  • To determine heart health.
  • To determine whether the medicines are working or not.
  • To diagnose heart problems.
  • To monitor the heart’s condition.

What is the procedure for ECG (Electrocardiogram) Test?

  • The technician will ask you to remove clothes from the waist up and lie straight in a relaxed position on the bed.
  • He will attach electrodes to your arms, chest and legs.
  • Once the lead wires are attached to electrodes, ECG will be started and the computer will generate a picture of the electrical impulses that move through your heart on graph paper.

How does one prepare for the ECG (Electrocardiogram) test?

For an ECG (Electrocardiogram) test, no special preparation is required. Some common instructions that need to be followed are. 

  • Remove all kinds of metallic objects. 
  • Bring your medical history with you.
  • Shave your chest hair to facilitate an improved connection.
  • Do not apply oil, skin creams or body lotion on the day of the test as it prevents the electrodes from making contact with the skin.
  • Before the test, inform the technologist/radiologist/doctor if you are taking medicines.
  • Before the test, inform the technologist/radiologist/doctor if you have a pacemaker.

After Care

No special care is required after ECG test.

The Price of an ECG (Electrocardiogram) Test?

The price of an ECG (Electrocardiogram) test depends on the city, the quality of the ECG scan machine as well as on diagnostic centre. But it usually ranges from INR 200 to INR 3000.

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Test Type ECG (Electrocardiogram)
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Electrocardiogram (ECG) Test (Cardiology)

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Test Price ₹ 200 ₹ 400
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ

ECG (Electrocardiogram) is a painless, quick, non-invasive, and safe imaging procedure that helps your doctor to check the rhythm of the heart and to tell the signs of heart disease.

ECG is used to:

  • Know the cause of chest pain
  • To examine and evaluate symptoms including tiredness, dizziness, shortness of breath, etc.
  • To make the diagnosis of heart attack.
  • To catch an irregular heartbeat.
  • To monitor the heart rhythm.
  • To check the amount of blood flowing to your heart.
  • To evaluate symptoms associated with high potassium, low calcium, or high calcium levels.
  • To determine the efficiency of the medicines.
  • To determine and diagnose heart problems.

An ECG test stands for electrocardiogram, the electrocardiogram test is a diagnostic test that helps to record and study the electrical activity of your heart, telling the rhythm and the rate.

EKG and ECG are different abbreviations of the same technique that monitors your heart's electrical activity. EKG is called as  electrocardiogram.

No, You do not feel any pain during the conduction of the ECG/EKG test. However, some discomfort can be felt when the sticky electrodes are taken off. If you leave the electrode patches that are used for the test for too long, some skin irritation can be felt.

An ECG can be helpful in determining and assessing problems associated with the heartbeat including tachycardia) or bradycardia. Heart rhythm. An ECG can efficiently detect and determine arrhythmias or irregular heartbeats. Improper functioning of the heart's electrical system can cause arrhythmias.

The ECG-C  can sufficiently determine the sinus rhythm containing a sensitivity of 95%, specificity of 66.3%, and positive predictive value of 93.2%, whereas for a non sinus rhythm, it has a sensitivity of 72%, a specificity of 93%, and a positive predictive value of 59.3%.

Yes, You can get a free consultation with Dr. Ravin Sharma (MBBS, MD in Radiology) who is available at our centre with Mob. no- +919212125996 and availability 24*7*365 days.

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