A Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) is a diagnostic procedure test of the spine (csf). It shows collects spinal fluid to test for infection, bleeding or inflammation. No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
Collects spinal fluid to test for infection, bleeding or inflammation.
Suspected meningitis, unexplained headache with fever.
Follow the centre's instructions; most need no special preparation.
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.
20 to 30 minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Diagnostic procedure
परिणाम की व्याख्या के लिए डॉक्टर को दिखाएँ — अकेला परीक्षण निदान नहीं करता।
निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।
What does a lumbar puncture show?
Collects spinal fluid to test for infection, bleeding or inflammation.
Why is a lumbar puncture done?
Suspected meningitis, unexplained headache with fever.
How do I prepare for a lumbar puncture?
Follow the centre's instructions; most need no special preparation.
Does a lumbar puncture use radiation?
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.
How long does a lumbar puncture take?
20 to 30 minutes
Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) क्यों किया जाता है?
Suspected meningitis, unexplained headache with fever.
Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Follow the centre's instructions; most need no special preparation.
Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.
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