brainstem auditory evoked potentials (BAEP)

Brainstem auditory evoked potentials (BAEP) are specialized tests that measure the electrical activity in the brainstem in response to sounds. During the test, tiny electrodes are placed on the scalp and earlobes, and sounds like clicks are played through headphones. The electrodes detect the tiny electrical signals generated as the brain processes these sounds. By analyzing these signals, doctors can assess the integrity and functioning of the auditory pathways from the ear through the brainstem. BAEPs are useful for diagnosing hearing issues, neurological conditions, or brainstem lesions, providing important information about how the auditory system is working.