E C G / Electrocardiogram :
An ECG or Electrocardiogram is an investigation procedure performed to evaluate the heart and its activity. It is a simple and a painless procedure that involves the placement of the electrodes- small plastic patches that are stuck to the the chest on certain spots determining the electrical activity of the heart. The primary goal of performing and E C G or Electrocardiogram by a cardiologist is to further evaluate the symptoms such as shortness of breath, murmurs, chest pain, heart attack or other heart disease. This is a quick procedure with minimal or no side effects.