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Diagnostic and Imaging Centre Delhi
Ganesh Diagnostic & Imaging Centre

109, Pocket A-1, Near Deepali Chowk, Sector 08, Rohini, New Delhi 110085

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EEG TEST PROCEDURE

EEG TEST PROCEDURE

EEG TEST PROCEDURE

The EEG is used to evaluate a variety of brain illnesses, including epilepsy, lesions of the brain, tumors, stroke, Alzheimer's disease, and sleep disturbances. During surgery, the EEG may also be used to monitor brain blood flow

It is used to diagnose

·      Brain tumors

·      Brain damage from the head injury

·      Brain dysfunction

·      Sleep disorders

·      Inflammation of the brain

·      Stroke

·      Sleep disorders

·      Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease

Precautions

  • Use just water to wash your hair the night before or the day of the test. Avoid using conditioner, creams, sprays, or gels for style. It may be more difficult for the sticky patches holding the electrodes to stick to your scalp if you use hair products.
  • Your doctor may advise you to avoid or limit sleep the night before your EEG if you are supposed to sleep while having it done.

Procedure for EEG Test

  • The technician measures your head and uses a special pencil to mark your scalp where the electrodes should be placed. To enhance the recording, you can use a grainy lotion to scrape these areas of your scalp.
  • Using a unique glue, a technician attaches electrodes to yourAn EEG usually takes 20 to 40 minutes once the electrodes are in position. Certain tests require you to snooze throughout the procedure. The test may last longer in the situation.
  • Throughout the exam, you unwind in a cozy position while keeping your eyes closed. The technician may ask you to open and close your eyes, do a few simple math problems, read a paragraph, look at a picture, take a few deep breaths, or focus on a flashing light at various points.
  • The EEG is frequently captured on video. A video camera records your movements while the EEG monitors your brain activity. Your doctor can identify and treat your condition using the combined recordings. scalp. Alternately, an elastic cap containing electrodes may be employed. The electrodes are wired to a device that amplifies the brain waves and uses computer technology to record them.

After Care

The technician takes away the electrodes after the test. You shouldn't experience any adverse effects following the surgery if you didn't take a sedative. You should be able to resume your regular schedule.

If you took a sedative, it will take some time before the effects start to fade. Make arrangements for a ride home. When you get home, take a nap and avoid driving for the rest of the day.