Please bring these items with you to your appointment:
- Insurance cards
- Medication list
Preparing for your study:
- Wash and dry your hair with your regular shampoo, do not use any hair styling products or conditioners.
- You should go to bed at midnight and get up at 4 a.m. You must stay up until the time of your test unless otherwise instructed.
- Do not eat or drink anything containing caffeine.
- Do eat your normal meals before your test.
- Take your medications as normal unless instructed not to by your physician.
- A parent or guardian must accompany a minor.
During the study:
- The technologist will measure certain points on your head and use a special pen to mark where electrodes will be placed on your scalp.
- Your scalp will be rubbed with a mild abrasive cleanser, and the electrodes will be attached with a gel/cream.
- The technologist will monitor your brainwave patter,n and during the testing you will be asked to perform various tasks including watching a flashing light, breathing rapidly and deeply for a few minutes, and taking a short nap.
After the study:
- All of the electrodes will be removed after your study.
- You may wash your hair to remove any remaining gel/cream once you get home.
- Your test results will be sent to your referring physician.
Cancellations:
If you need to cancel your appointment or have any questions regarding the EEG test, please call the Neurology clinic at 605-755-4150.