What is transcranial Doppler ultrasound? How does transcranial Doppler ultrasound work? Transcranial Doppler ultrasound works the same way as carotid Doppler ultrasound, except it is done on the… Read More »Transcranial Ultrasound
What is an MRI? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a diagnostic test that uses a powerful magnet and radio wave pulses to create detailed images of… Read More »MRI & MRA
What is an EEG? An EEG (electroencephalogram) is a test that records the electrical activity of the brain using electrodes placed on the scalp. It… Read More »Electroencephalogram (EEG)
What is a CT scan? A computed tomography (CT) scan is a test that uses X-rays to produce an image of body tissue. The test does… Read More »CT Scan
What is carotid Doppler ultrasound? Carotid Doppler ultrasound (also called carotid duplex) is a test that uses reflected sound waves—the same used to see the fetus during pregnancy… Read More »Carotid Ultrasound
What is angiography? Angiography is a diagnostic test that produces an X-ray movie of the blood vessels and the blood flowing through them. Angiography of the… Read More »Angiography of the Head & Neck
Overview There is no blood test that can diagnose a stroke on its own. If you are being evaluated for a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), your… Read More »Stroke Blood Tests
What is a physical and neurological exam? The first step in the diagnosis and treatment of a suspected stroke is a simple examination to evaluate your symptoms… Read More »Physical & Neurological Exam
There are three situations in which tests are used to diagnose stroke and guide your medical care: Diagnosing a stroke and telling the two main types of stroke… Read More »Stroke Tests & Diagnosis Overview
Help! I think I’ve been misdiagnosed. Having heart disease symptoms is a real burden, but the added emotional stress of having people, especially doctors, refuse… Read More »Misdiagnosis of Heart Disease