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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:

Overview

Laboratory investigations are often performed when a systemic/pharmacological cause of palpitations is suspected. These would be directed towards diagnosing kidney problems, pheochromocytoma, thyroid dysfunction and substance abuse.

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  1. Raviele A, Giada F, Bergfeldt L, Blanc JJ, Blomstrom-Lundqvist C, Mont L; et al. (2011). "Management of patients with palpitations: a position paper from the European Heart Rhythm Association". Europace. 13 (7): 920–34. doi:10.1093/europace/eur130. PMID 21697315.