Definition

A diagram or tracing that shows the electrical activity of a specific tissue, such as the heart or brain, often recorded using electrodes placed directly in or on the tissue.

Example

The doctor reviewed the electrogram to assess the patient's heart function.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an electrogram before?

No, I haven't! What is it exactly?

It's a diagram that shows the electric condition of tissues, like the heart.

That sounds really interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Electrogram → It is formed from "electro-" (from Greek "ēlektron", meaning amber or electricity) and "gram" (from Greek "gramma", meaning something written or recorded). The word "electrogram" refers to a written or recorded representation of electrical activity, particularly in the context of the heart or brain.

Memory Tip

Think of 'electricity' ('electro-') being 'recorded' ('gram') — that's why an electrogram shows the electrical activity of the heart or brain.

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