Diagnosis
Hypoxia

The doctor will perform a physical examination, and other tests may be performed to pinpoint the cause of hypoxia. Tests may include:

  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scan)
    An MRI scan produces two- and three-dimensional images of the inside of the body.

  • Echocardiogram
    An echocardiogram shows the shape, size, and motion of the heart.

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
    An EKG will indicate if the patient has had a recent heart attack or other heart conditions.

  • Blood tests

  • Electroencephalogram (EEG)
    An EEG is used to evaluate brain function or determine brain death.

  • Evoked Potentials
    This test determines if sensations, such as smell and touch, reach the brain and cause a response.



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