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08 Feb 2006
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ECG Query
I am a 30 yr old female. I went for various blood tests at the request of my GP. He has asked me to come in for an ECG. Why? What is it for? I could not ask him as his receptionist made the appointment. I do have a cholesterol problem which I got from my mother.
CyberDoc
Hi CS
An ECG is part of your general examination for any patient with a family history of high cholesterol or with high cholesterol themselves. It is to prevent and detect any signs of early heart disease.
An ECG is part of your general examination for any patient with a family history of high cholesterol or with high cholesterol themselves. It is to prevent and detect any signs of early heart disease.
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