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For accurate heart rate variability (HRV) analysis, a 250-Hz electrocardiogram (ECG) sampling frequency is acceptable. A 100-Hz frequency is suitable if frequency-domain analysis is not needed, ensuring reliable autonomic activity assessment.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Autonomic Neuroscience

Background:

  • Heart rate variability (HRV) is a key noninvasive indicator of autonomic nervous system activity.
  • HRV analysis holds significant promise for diverse clinical applications.
  • Determining the optimal electrocardiogram (ECG) sampling frequency for precise R-R interval measurement in HRV analysis is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish the acceptable range of ECG sampling frequencies for accurate HRV analysis.
  • To investigate the impact of down-sampling ECG signals on HRV parameter precision.
  • To evaluate ECG sampling frequencies using data from emergency department patients with acute intoxication.

Main Methods:

  • Adult patients (n=83) presenting with acute poisoning were included.
  • Original 1,000-Hz ECG signals were down-sampled to 500, 250, 100, and 50 Hz using linear interpolation.
  • Time-domain, frequency-domain, and nonlinear HRV parameters were calculated and compared to the 1,000-Hz baseline using Lin's concordance correlation coefficients.

Main Results:

  • Down-sampling to 500 Hz and 250 Hz demonstrated excellent concordance with the original 1,000-Hz data.
  • A 100-Hz sampling frequency yielded acceptable results for time-domain HRV parameters and Poincaré plots, but not for frequency-domain analysis.
  • Down-sampling to 50 Hz was unacceptable for both time- and frequency-domain HRV analyses, showing high values and random errors in specific parameters.

Conclusions:

  • A 250-Hz ECG sampling frequency is deemed acceptable for comprehensive HRV analysis.
  • A 100-Hz sampling frequency is sufficient for HRV analysis when frequency-domain metrics are not essential.
  • These findings provide guidance on optimizing ECG sampling rates for reliable HRV assessment in clinical settings.