ECG Reporting at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy provides diagnostic services to support the evaluation of the health of the heart. Get your ECG reporting done at an NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre. ECG Reporting is the interpretation of the electrocardiogram (ECG) of the heart to identify the activity of the heart and the presence of certain abnormalities in the heart's electrical activity that can assist the doctor's diagnosis of the heart rate, rhythm, and selected abnormalities.

About ECG Reporting

It can provide data on the electrical activity of the heart and can assist with determining whether any abnormalities in heart rhythm, rate, or electrical conduction exist. Typically, an ECG test is ordered when a patient has a routine checkup for their health and/or when they have chest pain, palpitations, dizziness, fainting, or shortness of breath. It is also used to diagnose and treat certain types of heart disease. Previously, the ECG has been reviewed as part of the patient's clinical presentation, as part of their history, the examination findings, and any other investigations indicated.

What is ECG Reporting?

ECGs measure the electrical patterns that occur when the heart generates them, applied to the skin by electrodes; it is a non-invasive test. They are shown as patterns of waves that reflect the electrical activity going with each heartbeat. ECG Reporting contains an interpretation of these waveforms, which is done to help determine the heart rate, the heart rhythm, electrical conduction, and certain patterns that may signify abnormalities in the heart. A 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) provides a variety of views of electricity moving through the heart. ECG is able to provide valuable diagnostic information, but can't provide details on every possible heart disease. Additional testing may be indicated, however, due to the clinical symptoms and observations.

Common Reasons for ECG Reporting

• Palpitations: Evaluation of heart rhythm for patients who have any feeling of a racing, pounding, or irregular heartbeat.
• Dizziness or Fainting: When clinically appropriate, a search for rhythm or conduction abnormalities has been carried out.
• Breathlessness: Guidance in assessing symptoms which might indicate a cardiac cause of breathlessness.
• Presence of Abnormal Heart Rhythms (arrhythmia): Any abnormality that is recognized during the ECG.
• Cardiac Monitoring: Assessment of ECG findings of patients who already have known heart problems or those with certain heart risk factors.
• Medication Monitoring: Testing of some of the electrical changes recommended when the patient should be monitored on the ECG.
• Abnormal Previous ECG: Review of previous recorded pattern of electrical activity for further review.

Conditions Evaluated

Heart Rate Abnormalities

ECG reporting can identify a fast heart rate (tachycardia) or a slow heart rate (bradycardia). The importance is determined by the patient's symptoms, medications, and his/her clinical condition, depending on his/her age.

Heart Rhythm Disorders

ECG (if ordered) can be helpful for some arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation, some types of tachycardia, and others, if present during the recording.

Conduction Abnormalities

Selected bundle branch blocks, atrioventricular (AV) conduction defects, or other conduction defects may be noted in the heart's electrical conduction.

Possible Ischemic Changes

Some types of ECGs may indicate decreased blood flow to the heart tissue or other changes of ischemic nature. The ECG should be used along with clinical symptoms and examination and, if necessary, other investigations.

Chamber Enlargement Patterns

There are patterns found on some ECGs which indicate the presence of an enlarged heart chamber or increased electrical activity in one of the chambers. Follow-up evaluation, which may include an echocardiogram, may be required to provide an accurate diagnosis of abnormal structures.

Previous Heart Attack or Cardiac Changes

An ECG might provide some signs of past myocardial infarction or alteration within the heart. These results should be correlated clinically and/or compared with findings from previous ECGs or other tests, as may be indicated.

Electrolyte or Medication-Related Changes

Electrolyte abnormalities, or certain medications, may cause some abnormal changes in the ECG. The report could facilitate the identification of patterns which ought to be analyzed in subsequent clinical trials.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an accredited diagnostic centre that provides diagnostic services with a focus on correct diagnostic methods, patient care, and proper reporting. Our goals are to give the patient/referring doctor a clear diagnosis (so they can make an informed decision on cardiac outcome).

Book Your ECG Reporting

If an ECG is ordered by a doctor for general health and fitness, symptoms of the heart, follow-up, or any other reason, please ensure contact is made with Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy to make an appointment for a time and date. Please provide an ECG recording, the referral/prescription for the ECG, the medical comments made from previous readings, and any relevant medical records.