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Testing for meningitis during pregnancy. how do they do it?

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Dr. Kevin Windisch answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Spinal tap: Meningitis is diagnosed with a spinal tap or lumbar puncture. This procedure is similar (but not as complex to perform) as a spinal epidural given for anesthesia during labor.

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Answered 3/5/2017

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