======Electrocardiogram (ECG)======

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===== Summary =====
An **electrocardiogram** (**ECG** or **EKG**, abbreviated from the German //Elektrokardiogramm//) is a graphic produced by an electrocardiograph, which records the electrical voltage in the heart in the form of a continuous strip graph. It is the prime tool in cardiac electrophysiology, and has a prime function in screening and diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases.

===== External links & references =====
  * [[wp>ECG]]
  * [[http://infusionsystems.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/197|I-CubeX BioBeat heart signal sensor]]
  * [[http://www.picotech.com/applications/ecg.html|Using an ECG with Dr.DAQ]] - This Article has a feasable circuit for use in reading the heart rhythm as an analog signal. **WARNING!**: Pay attention to the safety issues on the site. The circuit needs to be reworked for it to be completely isolated from dangerous shock voltages.

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