An algorithm for the detection of peaks in biological signals

Surya R. Dumpala, S. Narasimha Reddy, Sushil K. Sarna

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Abstract

An algorithm based on the theory of maxima and minima is described for the detection of peaks in digitized biological signals. A three-point 'sliding' window is used to identify the peaks, while a threshold window involving a combination of amplitude, slope or duration criterion is employed to eliminate spurious peaks. The algorithm is well-suited for real-time processing of various biological signals to obtain such parameters as amplitudes and durations of peaks. Some examples of its applications to the analysis of gastric electrical activity are discussed.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)249-256
Number of pages8
JournalComputer Programs in Biomedicine
Volume14
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 1982
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Biological signals
  • Maxima and minima
  • Peaks

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Medicine (miscellaneous)

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