“How long does an ECG test take?”

The electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is usually done at the physician's office, also called resting ECG. It is a noninvasive test used to record the electrical activity of the heart, which can help physicians diagnose heart disorders. Normally, you don’t need to follow any special instructions to prepare for an EKG. You will have 10 electrodes placed on your chest. You will be asked to stay as still as possible while the test is done since movements can affect the results. The test only takes a few minutes to do.

ECG will last about less than 5 minutes, as long as they are able to get a good reading.