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Neurosciences Diagnostic Testing

Portsmouth Regional Hospital’s diagnostics and imaging departments provide advanced equipment and certified professionals to provided top-quality diagnostic testing. Based on the finding from your physical exam, patient history and any previous screening or testing, your physician may order one or more of the following diagnostic tests to determine the specific nature of a suspected neurologic disorder or injury.


The following is a list of common tests performed in the departments:


Admission by Referral

Admission requires a referral by a physician. The physician will fax over a comprehensive order sheet identifying the services needed. As the patient is evaluated by each appropriate clinician, the chart moves with each him or her from specialist to specialist, ensuring efficiency. A consolidated follow-up report will be sent to the patient’s physician.

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