What is the Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry (BERA) test?
BERA test is an otoneurological test done to examine the brain and auditory function in response to the sound stimulus. Moreover, the test makes it possible to estimate the rate of passage of the nerve impulse through the auditory nerve. Following the test, the test analysis is done. At Synapses Child Neurology & Development Centre, we offer Brainstem evoked response audiometry (BERA) test for children.
In this risk-free and painless test, the audiologist places the electrodes on the scalp to record waves. The uses of the test are:
● Newborn hearing screening
● Determining the type and intensity of hearing loss
● Intraoperative monitoring
● Auditory screening threshold
● Auditory nerve and brainstem lesion detection
● Need for cochlear implants
What is the purpose of BERA test?
Doctors perform BERA test in Thane to:
● Evaluate the type and severity of deafness
● Screen all newborn for hearing loss
● To especially test high risk infants with history of neonatal ICU care, low birth weight infants, history of meningitis or head injury and history of exposure to ototoxic drugs.
What do the results of the BERA test mean?
A printout of the test results indicates spikes in your brain activity every time you hear a sound or tone at specific decibels. So, if the results of the BERA test show an abnormal test result, it can indicate hearing loss of variable degree. This can be due to various causes like brain injury due to bilirubin encephalopathy, perinatal asphyxia, brain tumor etc
Abnormal tests results can require additional and sometimes repeat BERA tests for confirmation. Upon identifying and diagnosing the underlying cause, your doctor will suggest a treatment plan or option to you.
Therefore, if you want to get the BERA test in Thane done for your child, Synapses Child Neurology & Development Centre is the best one you can visit. Also, we ensure the best facility and test experience. So, get in touch with us today.
