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Glossary of Physiology Terms -
Phonocardiogram

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Phonocardiogram

Abbreviation:
PCG

Definition:
A recording of the sounds produced by the heart during the cardiac cycle. The main sounds recorded are those associated with turbulent blood flow caused by the closure of heart valves.




Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016
Last updated: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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