Design of ECG Homecare:12-lead ECG acquisition using single channel ECG device developed on AD8232 analog front end

Abstract

Electrocardiogram (ECG) devices measure electrical activity of the heart muscle to determine heart conditions. ECG signal quality is the key factor in determining the diseases of the heart. However, the availability of ECG devices is causing ECG diagnosis slow and difficult. This paper presents the design of single channel portable ECG device developed on AD8232 chip platform. To extend the capability of an ECG portable device, a 12-lead ECG acquistion technique is also tested out. The results showed the single channel ECG module with additional 12-lead ECG acquisition technique can serve the function of ECG Homecare device, thus making the ECG diagnosis much more accessible.