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[Design and Implementation of ECG Electrode Tester].
Yunlong Zhao1, Bo Guo1, Zhanshuo Wang1
1Tianjin Medical Devices Quality Supervision and Testing Center, Tianjin, 300384.
Summary
This study presents a new disposable electrocardiogram (ECG) electrode tester. The developed device effectively verifies the performance of ECG electrodes, crucial for accurate cardiac monitoring.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Medical Device Technology
- Clinical Diagnostics
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