Nervous System diagnostic procedures

Question 1

Laboratory test that examines a sample of CSF obtained through a lumbar puncture; the sample is analyzed for the presence of blood, bacteria, and malignant cells as well as the presence protein and glucose

Answer 1

cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis

cerebr/o: cerebrum
spin: spine
-al: pertaining to

Question 2

Electrodes are placed on the scalp to record electrical activity within the brain; used to evaluate seizure and sleep disorders and periods of unconsciousness, monitor brain surgeries, and determine whether a person is in a coma or brain dead

Answer 2

electroencephalography (EEG)
electr/o: electricity
ncephala/o: brain
-graphy: process of recording