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Apnea
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The cessation of breathing.
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Blood Gases
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A diagnostic study to determine the exchange of gases in the blood.
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Cardiac Monitor
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Monitor of heart function, providing visual and audible record of heartbeat.
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Cardiac Monitor Technician (CMT)
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A person who observes the cardiac monitors - often a health unit coordinator cross-trained to this position.
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Echoencephalogram (EchoEG)
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A graphic recording that indicates (by sound waves) the position of the brain within the skull.
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Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG)
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A graphic recording produced by the electric impuses of the heart.
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Electroencephalogram (EEG)
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A graphic recording of the elecric impulses of the brain.
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Electrophysiological Study (EPS)
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An invasive measure of electrical activity.
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Electromyogram (EMG)
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A record of muscle contraction produced by electrical stimulation.
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Endoscopy
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The visualization of a body cavity or hollow organ by means of an endoscope.
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Gastrointestinal (GI) Study
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A diagnostic study related to the gastrointestinal system. GI studies are also performed in the endoscopy department.
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Holter Monitor
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A portable device that records the hearts electrical activity and produces a continuous EKG tracing over a specified period.
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Invasive Cardiac Study
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A method of studying the heart by making an entry into the body, such as placing a cardiac catheter into a blood vessel.
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Invasive Procedure
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A procedure in which the body cavity is entered by use of a tube, device, or even ionizing radiation.
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Narcolepsy
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A chronic ailment consisting of recurrent attacks of drowsiness and sleep during the daytime.
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Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
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This study measures how well individual nerves can transmit electrical signals (often performed with an electromyogram).
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Noninvasive Procedure
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A procedure that does not require entering the body, including puncturing the skin.
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Noninvasive Cardiac Study
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A method of studying the heart without enetering the body to perform the procedue.
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
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The cessation of breathing during sleep.
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Pacemaker
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An electronic device, either temporary or permanent, that regulates the pace of the heart when the heart is incapable of doing it.
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Plethysmography
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The recording of changes in the size of a part as altered by the circulation of blood in it.
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Radiopaque Catherter
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A catherter coated with a substance that does not allow the passage of x-rays, thus allowing the movement of the catherter to be followed on the viewing screen.
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Rhythm Strip
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A cardiac study that demonstrates the waveform produced by electric impulses from the electrocardiogram.
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Spirometry
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A study to measure the body's lung capacity and function.
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Telemetry
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The transmission of data electronically to a distant location.
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