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Audiometry is a test used to evaluate hearing ability. It involves measuring the quietest sounds that a person can hear at different frequencies or pitches. The test is performed by a licensed audiologist or hearing specialist.
During an audiometry test, you will be asked to wear headphones or earplugs and listen to a series of sounds played at different frequencies and volumes. You will be asked to indicate when you can hear each sound by pressing a button or raising your hand. The results of the test are plotted on an audiogram, which is a chart that shows the range of sounds you can hear.
Audiometry tests can help diagnose hearing loss and identify its type and severity. The test can also help determine the cause of hearing loss, such as damage to the inner ear, exposure to loud noise, or certain medical conditions.
There are different types of audiometry tests, including:
Pure-tone audiometry: This is the most common type of audiometry test. It measures the softest sounds that you can hear at different frequencies.
Speech audiometry: This test measures how well you can hear and understand spoken words at different volumes.
Tympanometry: This test measures how the eardrum and middle ear are functioning.
Preparing for an audiometry test is simple, and no special preparation is required. However, it's important to let your doctor know if you have any conditions or take any medications that could affect your hearing or the results of the test.
If you have concerns about your hearing or have noticed changes in your ability to hear, talk to your healthcare provider about whether an audiometry test is right for you.
This test measures a person's hearing ability by presenting sounds of different frequencies and volumes. It may be recommended for people who have hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), or other symptoms of ear problems.
The report is usually available within a day or two.
This test requires specialized equipment and should be performed by a qualified audiologist. It cannot be done from home.
Fasting is usually not required for this test.