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Results 1 - 10 of 10 for Electrode
  1. Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... provider will place a small needle with an electrode into the muscle. This is connected to a ... may have slight pain or discomfort when the electrode is inserted. You will stay still while the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/...yography-emg-and-nerve-conduction-studies - Medical Tests
  2. Sleep Study: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... the night. A health care provider will attach electrodes (small metal disks) to your scalp, eyelids, chin, chest, and legs. The electrodes will be connected to a computer with wires. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/sleep-study - Medical Tests
  3. Myasthenia Gravis Tests: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... the test: Your provider will place a needle electrode into your muscle. A needle electrode is a special wire that a mild electric ... muscle activity while your muscle is contracted. The electrode may be moved to record activity in different ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/myasthenia-gravis-tests - Medical Tests
  4. Autonomic Testing: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... breathing. For both tests, a provider will place electrodes on your chest and a small blood pressure ... mouthpiece while your nose is pinched shut. The electrodes and cuff will record your heart rate and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/autonomic-testing - Medical Tests
  5. Electrocardiogram: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... an exam table. A provider will place several electrodes (small sensors that stick to your skin) on ... to shave body hair to make sure the electrodes stay on. The electrodes are attached by wires ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/electrocardiogram - Medical Tests
  6. Sweat Test for Cystic Fibrosis: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... small area of the forearm or leg. An electrode will be taped over the area. A weak electrical current will be sent through the electrode to make the chemical seep into the skin. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/sweat-test-for-cystic-fibrosis - Medical Tests
  7. Balance Tests: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... chair in a dark room. For an ENG, electrodes will be placed near your eyes to record their movement. The electrodes are small sensors that either stick to your ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/balance-tests - Medical Tests
  8. Hearing Tests for Children: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... During an ABR test: The provider will place electrodes (small sensors that stick to the skin) on the scalp. The electrodes are connected to a computer. Tiny, soft earphones ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/hearing-tests-for-children - Medical Tests
  9. Stress Tests: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... on your arm to check your blood pressure. Electrodes will be placed on your body for an electrocardiogram test (also called EKG or ECG). Electrodes are small sensors that stick to your skin. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/stress-tests - Medical Tests
  10. Videonystagmography (VNG): MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... eye movements, an ENG measures eye movements with electrodes placed near your eyes. The electrodes are small sensors that either stick to your ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/videonystagmography-vng - Medical Tests