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∙ 7y agoThe reason is that ECG sounds very similar to EEG, which is the abbreviation for electroencephalogram, a test that measures electrical activity in the brain. In order to avoid confusion, it became a convention to use the abbreviation for the German spelling elektrokardiogramm-for the heart test, which is why it is commonly called an EKG.
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Also known as an ECG or EKG?
Electrocardiogram is also known as ECG or EKG
What is ECG or EKG?
ECG and EKG are the same used to map the electrical activity of heart
What is another name for an ECG?
EKG
What does the ECG and EKG record?
ECG and EKG mean the same thing, and it records the hearts electrical activity on a 6 second strip. The physician can make a diagnosis by looking at the EKG print out. If a 12-Lead EKG is used, then all walls and function of the heart will be recorded.
What is another abbreviation for EKG?
ECG (electrocardiogram). The initialism "EKG" was introduced because "ECG" was too easily confused with "EEG" (electroencephalogram), when interpreting verbal orders.
What diagnostic record is also known as an egg or ekg?
An EKG stands for Electro Cardiogram. It is actually known as an ECG but in order to avoid possible confusion between EEG and ECG (Because they sound similar), the term EKG is used. An ECG is a record of heart activity.
What are other names for EKG Technicians?
Önsen.Pául.Sennty.
What does EKG stands for?
Electrocardiography (EKG or ECG) is a test that detects electrical activity in a person's heart.
What is the abbreviation for electroencephalogram?
EEG is used for the electroencephalogram. It is sometimes confused for the one used for the heart called the EKG (ECG) electrocardiogram.
Which body system is tested with an EKG test?
Your heart, that is part of the cardiovascular system is tested with EKG or ECG test.
What is the medical terminology for a diagnostic record known as an ECG or EKG?
Electrocardiogram
What is medical billing code 93005?
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) only.
