Nervous System: Diagnostic Test

Question 1

Spinal tap (also called lumbar puncture)

Answer 1

Special needle is placed into the lower back into the spinal canal to collect
cerebrospinal fluid, the fluid is examined for signs of infection, or any other disorder 

Question 2

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

Answer 2

Procedure that records, the brains, continuous electrical activity by means of electrodes attached to the scalp 

Question 3

Myelogram

Answer 3

Procedure that uses dye injected into the spinal canal to make the structure, clearly visible and x-rays

Question 4

Arteriogram (also called an angiogram)

Answer 4

X-ray of the arteries and veins to detect blockage or narrowing of the vessels

Question 5

Computed tomography scan (also called CT or CAT scan) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Answer 5

Diagnostic imaging procedure that shows detailed images of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, and organs