A standard heart rhythm test provides a important snapshot of your cardiac rhythmic function when you are at rest . The procedure measures your heart's rhythm and power of every beat while you are quiet. This initial rhythm acts as a comparison for future evaluations and can help reveal any abnormalities or possible heart conditions . Exercise ECG
Resting Electrocardiogram Evaluation
An electrocardiogram (ECG) at rest provides a fundamental snapshot of the heart's electrical activity. During this procedure, electrodes are placed on the patient's chest, arms, and legs to detect the subtle electrical signals generated by each heartbeat. These signals are then displayed as waves on a graph, allowing healthcare providers to interpr