Audiometry at CMC Dubai

Audiometry at CMC Dubai measures a person’s ability to hear sounds at different frequencies and volumes. The test is usually conducted by a trained audiologist or hearing healthcare professional and involves the use of headphones and a special machine called an audiometer.

During the test, the audiologist will present sounds of varying frequencies and volumes to the person being tested. The person will then indicate when they can hear the sound by pressing a button or raising their hand. The results of the test are plotted on a graph called an audiogram, which shows the person’s hearing thresholds for different frequencies.

Audiometry plays an important role in diagnosing hearing loss and other hearing disorders. It can help determine the degree and type of hearing loss a person has, which can then guide treatment options. Audiometry is also used to monitor changes in hearing over time and to evaluate the effectiveness of hearing aids or other assistive listening devices.

There are several types of audiometry tests that can be conducted depending on the specific needs of the individual being tested. Here are some of the most common types:

1. Pure-tone audiometry: This is the most common type of audiometry test, which involves measuring the softest sounds that a person can hear at different frequencies.
2. Speech audiometry: This type of test measures a person’s ability to hear and understand speech at different volumes and in different background noise levels.
3. Tympanometry: This test measures the movement of the eardrum in response to changes in air pressure, which can help detect problems with the middle ear.
4. Otoacoustic emissions (OAEs): This test measures sounds produced by the inner ear in response to stimuli, which can help detect problems with the cochlea.
5. Auditory brainstem response (ABR): This test measures the electrical activity of the auditory nerve and brainstem in response to sounds, which can help identify problems with the auditory pathway.

The specific type of audiometry test that is conducted will depend on the individual’s symptoms, medical history, and the suspected cause of their hearing problems. Your audiologist or hearing healthcare professional can help determine which type of audiometry test is right for you.