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    Electrocardiogram

    Electrocardiogram



    What Affects the Test

    Reasons you may not be able to have the test or why the results may not be helpful include:

    • Not having the electrodes securely attached to your skin.
    • Moving or talking during the test.
    • Exercising before the test.
    • Being anxious or breathing very deeply or rapidly.



    By: Reference Healthwise Staff Last Revised: Reference September 11, 2012
    Medical Review: Reference Rakesh K. Pai, MD, FACC - Cardiology, Electrophysiology
    Reference George Philippides, MD - Cardiology


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