electrocardiogram

noun

elec·​tro·​car·​dio·​gram i-ˌlek-trō-ˈkär-dē-ə-ˌgram How to pronounce electrocardiogram (audio)
: the tracing made by an electrocardiograph
also : the procedure for producing an electrocardiogram

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Van Hameren also pointed to electrocardiogram data and blood-pressure insights as examples of how wearables can move closer to proactive health management. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Over the following weeks, Young underwent additional testing, including electrocardiograms, ultrasounds and a bone marrow biopsy. — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026 An electrocardiogram is not intended to replace a medical history or physical evaluation. — Torie Bosch, STAT, 18 July 2026 Diagnostics as basic as blood tests, ultrasounds, or electrocardiograms cannot currently be performed in Cuba due to the lack of basic services. — Sarah Moreno july 1, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for electrocardiogram

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First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of electrocardiogram was in 1895

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electrocardiogram

noun
elec·​tro·​car·​dio·​gram -ˈkärd-ē-ə-ˌgram How to pronounce electrocardiogram (audio)
: the tracing made by an electrocardiograph
also : the procedure for producing an electrocardiogram

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