Definition

A record that shows the electrical activity of a muscle, created by a device called an electromyograph.

Example

The doctor reviewed the electromyogram to assess the patient's muscle function.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of an electromyogram?

Yeah, it’s that test that measures muscle activity, right?

Exactly! It shows the electrical signals from the muscles.

I find it fascinating how it can help diagnose issues.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Electromyogram → It is formed from "electro-" (from Greek "ēlektron", meaning amber or electricity) and "myo" (from Greek "mus", meaning muscle) and "gram" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write). The word refers to a written record of the electrical activity of muscles.

Memory Tip

Think of 'electricity' ('electro-') related to 'muscles' ('myo') being 'written down' ('gram') — that's what an electromyogram does.

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