Diagnostic Tests.
After a neurological examination, Dr Kritish Timakia may wish to have various tests done to make an accurate diagnosis and plan treatment. These may include the following diagnostic tests
CT Scan
This test provides detailed, clear two-dimensional images of the structures within the brain. It is often used to look for fractures, bleeding in the brain, blood clots (hematomas) and to determine the extent of an injury
MRI
This test uses radio frequencies to give a detailed image of the soft tissues, organs, bones and nerves. This is a bit more detailed than a CT and can show even the slightest changes over time
Functional MRI (fMRI)
This test is similar to an MRI but produces real-time images of the blood flow to a particular area of the brain, giving your neurosurgeon information on the areas of the brain that are active, and which are not
MRS
An MRS gives your neurosurgeon an idea as to the ability of your brain to recover from a particular injury
PET Scan
This scan provides two- and three-dimensional pictures of brain activity; this test can detect diseased tissue and show blood flow to areas of the brain and lack there of
Ultrasound of the Brain (Neurosonography)
An ultrasound may be ordered to obtain images of the brain and spinal column
Evoked Potentials (EP)
These are tests that measure the electrical activity of the brain in response to stimulation of specific sensory nerve pathways. They are used to diagnose a variety of neurological problems
Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
This procedure is used to collect a sample of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for laboratory analysis. It can help diagnose infections, bleeding in the brain, and other disorders
Biopsy
A small sample of tissue is removed for examination under a microscope. This can help diagnose cancer, infections, and other diseases
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
This test measures the electrical activity of the brain. It can help diagnose conditions such as epilepsy and other neurological disorders
Electromyography (EMG)
This test measures the electrical activity of muscles at rest and during contraction. It’s often used to diagnose muscle disorders and damage to nerves that control muscles
Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV)
This test measures how fast an electrical impulse moves through your nerve. It can identify nerve damage
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