A resting electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a painless examination that records the electrical patterns of your heart. During this test, you will be asked to lie down quietly while electrodes are affixed to your chest, arms, and legs. These electrodes send the electrical signals from your heart to a machine that displays a graph of your heart beat.

A resting electrocardiogram (ECG), also known as an EKG, is a non-invasive procedure that records the electrical activity of the heart. Skilled cardiologists carefully evaluate the ECG waveform to identify any abnormalities in heart rhythm or configuration. The resulting ECG tracing provides valuable insights about the heart's condition. Common fin