Previous year MCQs

General science UPPSC 1993 GS-I
Question

Brain diseases are diagnosed by

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: EEG

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “EEG”.
Brain diseases are typically diagnosed by EEG (electroencephalogram). EEG measures electrical activity in the brain and is used to diagnose conditions such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, and other neurological issues.

An electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) is a quick, painless, and noninvasive test that measures your heart's electrical activity.
Electromyography (EMG) measures muscle response or electrical activity in response to a nerve's stimulation of the muscle.

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