Can an ECG monitor detect anxiety?

An ECG monitor detects heart rhythms; it can’t diagnose anxiety. But sometimes heart rate irregularities may happen when you're having an anxiety attack. If anxiety is causing you to have heart palpitations, the monitor will record them. This is why it’s important to fill in the form you’re given and note down what you're doing and feeling when you have symptoms. It will help your consultant analyse the recording as accurately as possible.