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Ultrasound Scanning is a diagnostic imaging technique based on the application of ultrasound. It is used to see internal body structures such as internal organs, tendons, muscles, joints & blood vessels. Doppler ultrasound scan helps doctors assess the blood flow through major arteries and veins, such as those of the arms, legs, and neck.
A CT scan is a diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a combination of X-rays and computer technology to produce images of the inside of the body. It shows detailed images of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, organs and blood vessels. CT scans may be performed to help diagnose tumors, investigate internal bleeding, or check for other internal injuries or damage.
Digital radiography is a form of X-ray imaging, where digital X-ray sensors are used. X-rays use invisible electromagnetic energy beams to produce images of internal tissues, bones, and organs on film or digital media. They are often used to help diagnosed fractured bones, look for injury, infection or tumor and to locate foreign objects in soft tissue.
A DEXA scan is an imaging test that measures bone density (strength). DEXA scan results can provide helpful details about your risk for osteoporosis (bone loss) and fractures (bone breaks). This test can also measure your body composition, such as body fat and muscle mass.
Uroflowmetry measures the flow of urine. It tracks how fast urine flows, how much flows out, and how long it takes. It’s a diagnostic test to assess how well the urinary tract functions.
Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) are noninvasive tests that show how well the lungs are working. The tests measure lung volume, capacity, rates of flow, and gas exchange. This information can help your healthcare provider diagnose and decide the treatment of certain lung disorders.
Echocardiography can be often referred to as Echo, ultrasound of the heart. The test produces essential information about the shape, size, location, pumping activities and other functions of the heart.
ECG is a test that helps to determine the heart functioning by checking the electrical activity of the heart. ECG is a painless test which measures the electrical signals generated from the heart.
A Holter monitor is a small, wearable device that records the heart's rhythm. It's used to detect or determine the risk of irregular heartbeats.
An EEG is a test that detects abnormalities in your brain waves, or in the electrical activity of your brain.
NCV is often used along with an EMG to tell the difference between a nerve disorder and a muscle disorder. NCV detects a problem with the nerve, whereas an EMG detects whether the muscle is working properly in response to the nerve's stimulus.
Polysomnography, also called a sleep study, is a comprehensive test used to diagnose sleep disorders. Polysomnography records your brain waves, the oxygen level in your blood, heart rate and breathing, as well as eye and leg movements during the study.Polysomnography may be done at a sleep disorders unit within a hospital or at a sleep center. In addition to helping diagnose sleep disorders, polysomnography may be used to help initiate or adjust your treatment plan if you've already been diagnosed with a sleep disorder.
Level 1- A Level 1 Sleep study is used to help determine the cause of excessive daytime sleepiness and to diagnose various sleep disorders. A Level 1 study records your brain waves, heartbeats and breathing as you sleep. It also charts your eye movements, limb movements and oxygen in your blood.
Level 2 - A level 2 sleep study (also called Polysomnography) can also be completed from your own home. In addition to monitoring your breathing activity, oxygen levels, and heart rate, a level 2 sleep study monitors brain and muscle activity.
Level 3 - Level 3 sleep study is conducted in your home. The device provided records your oxygen levels, heart rate, airflow, snoring and other parameters while you are asleep.
Level 4 - A Level IV sleep testing device measuring three or more channels, one of which is airflow, is covered when used to aid the diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in beneficiaries who have signs and symptoms indicative of OSA .