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Neurology Tests and Procedures
Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Brain
Detailed information on computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan of the brain, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the brain

Computed Tomography (CT or CAT) Scan of the Spine
Detailed information on computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan of the spine, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the spine

Craniotomy
Detailed information on craniotomy, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, an anatomical illustration of the anatomy of the brain, and an illustration of an example of a craniotomy procedure

Electroencephalogram (EEG)
Detailed information on electroencephalogram (EEG), including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, and after care

Gamma Knife
Detailed information on gamma knife radiosurgery, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the brain

Lumbar Puncture (LP)
Detailed information on lumbar puncture, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the spine and the lumbar puncture procedure

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Spine and Brain
MRI may be used to examine the brain and/or spinal cord for injuries or the presence of structural abnormalities or certain other conditions, including tumors or aneurysms.

X-rays of the Skull
Detailed information on x-ray of the skull, including the reasons and preparation for the procedure, how the procedure is performed, after care, and an anatomical illustration of the bones of the skull