A test involving the placement of several electrodes on the infant/child’s head and clicking sounds through earphones to evaluate neural function of the auditory pathway. The test takes approximately about 60 minutes and requires the child to be asleep. Often 2 hours are allotted to perform this specific test.
ABR SCREEN (Newborn Screening)
A screening test involving the placement of electrodes on the head and neck while a clicking sound is presented through earphones to evaluate neural function of the auditory pathway. This particular test is often used to determine if further hearing testing is required. The test takes approximately about 60 minutes and requires the newborn/infant to be asleep.
