Nerve Conduction Study & EMG
Tests how well nerves conduct and how muscles respond, for numbness and weakness.
Also known as: NCS, EMG, electromyography, nerve conduction, nerve test
Price on request
This one is done at the centre — it cannot be collected at home. Find your nearest branch.
- Turnaround
- 3–5 working days
- Preparation
- No fasting needed. Eat and drink normally.
- Sample
- In-clinic study
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About this test
Nerve conduction studies time signals along the nerve; EMG records electrical activity within the muscle with a fine needle. Together they localise the problem — nerve root, individual nerve, or muscle itself — which is what a scan alone often cannot do. Standard for carpal tunnel syndrome and diabetic neuropathy.
What it measures
- Conduction velocity and amplitude in motor and sensory nerves
- Distal latency and F-waves
- Spontaneous and voluntary muscle activity on EMG
A note on results. A single test is one part of a clinical picture, not a diagnosis. Discuss your report with a qualified doctor, who will read it alongside your history and examination.
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