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Understanding your heart health begins with an EKG. Whether you are experiencing symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath or simply want to stay proactive about your heart health, Macie Medical is here to help. We provide comprehensive and accurate EKG tests to monitor your heart's electrical activity and detect any potential issues. Your EKG result will determine if you will be referred to a heart specialist or adhere to necessary lifestyle changes.
Don’t wait until it’s too late—take charge of your heart health today. Schedule an appointment with us and let our dedicated team help you on the path to better well-being.
An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a fast test that measures the heartbeat by recording the heart's electrical signals. The results can help diagnose heart attacks and irregular heartbeats, known as arrhythmias. This test detects heart condition, also, other cardiovascular problems can all be found from the result of an EKG test. For people who have symptoms or risk factors for heart disease, regular EKG testing is extremely crucial. Checking your heart rate or pulse can provide important information about your health.
An electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) test is a vital tool in assessing heart health and plays a significant role in guiding our doctors in delivering effective care. By detecting various conditions such as arrhythmias, coronary artery disease (CAD), and heart enlargement, the EKG provides essential insights into a patient’s cardiovascular status. This information allows our doctors to identify potential issues early on, enabling timely intervention and referrals to cardiologists, if need be.
For instance, if an EKG reveals irregular heartbeats, our doctors can take appropriate measures to manage the condition, reducing the risk of serious complications like stroke or heart failure. Similarly, if signs of a previous heart attack or damage are detected, we can implement strategies to prevent further heart issues and promote overall heart health.
EKG test can be beneficial for anyone; however, it is advisable by our physicians that some people should get one sooner rather than later, and these people are:
During your EKG test at Macie Medical, you will lie down on an examination table while small sticky electrodes are attached to your chest, arms, and legs. These electrodes are linked to our EKG machine, which captures the electrical activity of your heart. The test is quick, painless, and usually takes just a few minutes.
The EKG produces a graph of your heart's electrical activity, which is analyzed for abnormalities in heart rhythm and structure. This non-invasive test aids in the diagnosis of conditions such as arrhythmias and heart attacks.
Following the EKG test, our physician at Macie Medical will review the recorded waves to determine if the impulses are traveling through the heart normally, and if otherwise, we offer effective management towards its treatment.
At Macie Medical, EKG test allows us to assess your heart health and make informed decisions about your heart in the following ways:
Before an EKG at Macie Medical, you can eat and drink as usual. However, keep the following in mind when getting dressed on the day of your EKG test in our clinic:
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