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Is brain mri best test for multiple sclerosis?
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Not alone.: The test is one of many used to diagnose ms. Even mris of the brain are not specific enough. The diagnosis is a compellation of tests including the lp, x-rays, and clinical presentation with a thorough exam. Electrodiagnostic tests are also used.
Answered 11/26/2013
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Sometimes: On occasion, the brain MRI is somewhat non-diagnostic, especially if ms involves the spinal cord predominantly. A cervical MRI might assist in helping confirm the diagnosis. As mentioned, lumbar puncture might be useful, but, currently, the best test is for a physician to look and all the data and correlate that the patient has a consistent ms diagnosis.
Answered 5/10/2016
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