Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
electroencephalograph
Noun
ih-lek-tro-ɛn-sef-ə-lə-græf
Definition
An instrument used to record the electrical activity of the brain.
Examples
- The doctor used an electroencephalograph to monitor the patient’s brain activity.
- Electroencephalographs are crucial in the diagnosis of epilepsy.
- During the sleep study, an electroencephalograph recorded the patient’s brain waves.
Meaning
The electroencephalograph measures brain waves and is commonly used in medical settings to diagnose conditions such as seizures and sleep disorders.
Synonyms
- EEG
- Brain wave analyzer
- Neurograph
