Investigations
Audiogram
a hearing test may be necessary to measure the hearing level and can be carried out during the appointment. More specialised diagnostic tests of the ears may be carried out at a separate appointment.
Allergy tests
This may be arranged at a separate appointment. It involves placing small drops of solution on the forearm and scratching the skin to see if an allergic reaction occurs. Please avoid taking antihistamine tablets for at least a week before the test since they may interfere with the results.
Fine Needle Aspiration
some diagnostic information can be gained by drawing a sample of cells out of a lump using a small needle at the time of the appointment. The sample is analysed by cytologists.
X-Rays and Scans
X-rays, CT and MRI scans, Barium studies and Ultrasound scans are all available at the Hampshire Clinic and the Candover Clinic.
