Tonal audiometry

What tonal audimetry is?

Tonal audiometry, or threshold audiometry, is a non-invasive, painless test to determine hearing loss. Indications for this test include:

• suspected hearing disorders,
• head injuries,
• meningitis,
• suspected brain tumor,
• cerebrovascular diseases (e.g., brain aneurysm),
• multiple sclerosis.

During the test, the patient stays in a special soundproof booth with headphones on his ears. The test subject's task is to press a button each time he or she hears a sound. Sounds of different frequencies and intensities are emitted - in this way it is possible to determine the quietest sound heard by the patient. The result of the test is in the form of a graph, known as an audiogram.

Hearing test not only for the elderly

Tonal audiometry is a test that is also very often recommended for children. Indications for the test in younger patients are:

• speech therapy problems
• recurrent upper respiratory tract infections
• Difficulties in learning and concentrating, poorer understanding of other sounds
• in cases of central auditory processing disorder
• before the start of schooling for early diagnosis and elimination of learning difficulties
• lateralisation disorders

Tonal audiometry is one of the most commonly performed hearing tests. It lasts about 20 minutes and provides valuable information about the state of the hearing organ. It does not require any special preparation from the patient.

The result of the test is available immediately upon completion.

Tonal audiometry can also be performed on children - provided they are able to properly cooperate with the person performing the test.

You must arrive no later than 15 minutes before the appointment.

Implementation of the service is possible only at the medical facility indicated at the time of purchase.