Fainting Diagnosis
How will your doctor diagnose you with this condition? Learn about the tests, exams, processes, and other information relating to the diagnosis of Fainting below.
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How to Diagnose Fainting
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam.
Tests may include:
- Blood tests-to look for anemia, hypoglycemia, low potassium, and low magnesium
- Electrocardiogram (EKG) -a test that records the heart's activity by measuring electrical currents through the heart muscle
- Holter monitoring -a mobile EKG test that is performed over 24 hours (or more) while you go about your usual daily activities
- Head CT scan -a type of x-ray that uses a computer to make pictures of the brain
- Electroencephalogram (EEG) -a test that records the brain's activity by measuring electrical currents through the brain
- MRI scan of the brain-a test that uses magnetic waves to make pictures of structures inside the head
- Echocardiogram -a test that uses high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to examine the size, shape, and motion of the heart
- Tilt table testing-a tilted table that is used to provoke syncopal symptoms (medication may be used)
- Cardiac catheterization -a tube-like instrument inserted into the heart through a vein or artery (usually in the arm or leg) to detect problems with the heart and its blood supply
- Magnetic resonance angiogram (MRA) and computed tomography angiogram (CTA) tests-to evaluate the blood vessels inside the brain
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