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Paediatric Audiometry
This assessment is for young children between ages of eight months to three years and includes:
Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA)
To assess hearing ability for young children using free field sounds to elicit localization movements/orientation responses
Tympanometry
To assess middle ear function, useful in differential diagnosis of middle ear pathologies
Pure Tone Audiogram (Air and Bone)
To assess hearing ability through air and bone conduction for different sounds in the speech range
Speech Discrimination
To assess understanding of speech in quiet
Tympanometry
To assess middle ear function, useful in differential diagnosis of middle ear pathologies
Hearing Assessments
Pure Tone Audiogram (Air and Bone)
To assess hearing ability through air and bone conduction for different sounds in the speech range
Speech Discrimination
To assess understanding of speech in quiet
Tympanometry
To assess middle ear function, useful in differential diagnosis of middle ear pathologies
WHAT IS CERA?
The CERA – or Cortical Evoked Response Audiometry – and Audiogram tests involve taking recordings from a few small electrodes taped to the patient’s head to record sound, which is delivered through a headset or inserted earphones in the patient’s ears. There is no radiation involved and the patient is not required to perform any task, but to stay relaxed.
The test lasts approximately one hour and 45 minutes. We advise you have adequate parking before beginning the test.
Essential Pretest Instructions
For the greatest accuracy on your tests, you must follow these steps. If you are unable to follow all of them then please let us know as soon as possible.
- If you are taking tranquillizers, antidepressants, sleeping tablets, tablets for dizziness or anything similar, please stop taking them two days before the tests.
- No smoking for 24 hours before the tests.
- No alcohol or spirits for 48 hours before the tests.
- Please do not wear facial cosmetics or eye makeup.
- Do not wear hair gel or hair spray.
- If your ears have not been checked recently, please visit your doctor in the week prior to the test to have any wax removed if necessary.
- Fill out the questionnaire and bring it with you to your appointment.
If you are unsure about ceasing any medication, please consult with your doctor before the test.
Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to keep your appointment, please let our team know at least three days in advance if possible. A fee may be charged for non-attendance.
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