Doctors use electrocardiography (ECG or EKG) to diagnose atrial flutter. This test measures the electrical activity of the heart. You can have an EKG at the doctor’s office or in the hospital. An EKG ...

Atrial Flutter Diagnosis and Treatment Atrial flutter is diagnosed based on your medical and family history, a physical exam, and an EKG, according to the Merck Manual.

If you have that flutter in your chest. Don’t ignore it. Dr. Connor Healy from Capitol Cardiology Associates discusses when should you take this seriously and see your doctor.