In the limb leads, the ST segment is normally isoelectric, or less than 1 mm above or below the isoelectric line
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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The normal ST segment begins at the isoelectric line, extends from the end of the S wave, and curves gradually upward to the beginning of the T wave. In the limb leads, the normal ST segment is isoelectric (flat) but may normally be slightly elevated or depressed (usually by less than 1 mm).
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