Q. Which of these characteristic features in an electrocardiography (ECG) is affected in calcium metabolism?
a. PR interval
b. ST interval
c. QRS complex
d. PT interval
e. QT interval
Answer -
e
QT interval is specifically affected in the condition of hypocalcemia.
In hypocalcemia, QT interval is prolonged.
Long QT is in rare cases is also found in certain individuals with Long QT syndrome (LQTS), a disorder affecting cardiovascular system with increased risk of tachyarrythmias and torsades de pointes.
a. PR interval
b. ST interval
c. QRS complex
d. PT interval
e. QT interval
Answer -
e
QT interval is specifically affected in the condition of hypocalcemia.
In hypocalcemia, QT interval is prolonged.
Long QT is in rare cases is also found in certain individuals with Long QT syndrome (LQTS), a disorder affecting cardiovascular system with increased risk of tachyarrythmias and torsades de pointes.
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