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  Electrocardiograms (ECGs or EKGs) is a machine or technology that quickly records the electric signals in our hearts. These heart signals occur whenever the heartbeats, that is, on opening or closing of valves to facilitate blood circulation in the body. Electrocardiograms are done in hospitals, doctor’s chambers, and ambulances. This technology has even been adapted to quite a few smartwatches. This is one of the best non-invasive methods for the diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases . Why do you get an ECG/EKG? ECG’s are an extremely quick and safe, painless way to for the following: Checking heart rate Checking heartbeat rhythm Checking for poor blood flow to your heart muscle Diagnose a heart attack Checking on cardiac abnormalities like, the thickened muscle Detection of significant electrolyte dysfunctionalities, such as high potassium or high or low calcium   What happens in an ECG test? Typically, a doctor places electrod...

  The heart is present in the center of our circulatory system. It is primarily responsible for pumping and distributing oxygen and nutrients throughout our body with the help of blood and blood vessels as its channels. This task is so vital that even a small dysfunction or abnormality can cause drastic changes in our bodies. The most surprising part is that the heart is just a muscle that is able to operate because of so many other parts of the body working together with it. The heart has four chambers and they are accompanied by a number of veins and arteries that facilitate the functioning of the heart. This fist-size organ is the reason we live. Even a brain-dead human is still living, until its heartbeats. If you face any kind of abnormal chest pain, constant breathlessness, irregular heartbeat, or related symptoms, here is a list of the  Best Heart Treatment Hospitals  in India. In this article, we will read about some fun facts about the heart and cardiovascula...