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Amnesia laboratory findings
Introduction
Overview
Overview
There is no laboratory test to diagnose memory loss. however, it is important to obtain toxicology screening, alcohol, glucose, electrolytes level.
Laboratory Findings
Laboratory Findings
- Amnesia is largely a clinical diagnosis, following test maybe helpful in determining the underlying cause:[1]
- Toxicology screen
- Alcohol Level
- Glucose Level
- Electrolytes
References
References
- ↑ Pereira AF, Simões do Couto F, de Mendonça A (2006). “The use of laboratory tests in patients with mild cognitive impairment”. J Alzheimers Dis. 10 (1): 53–8. doi:10.3233/jad-2006-10109. PMID 16988482.
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