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The document is a Lumbar Spine Imaging Screening Record that requires specific patient information, including personal details, medical history, and symptoms related to back pain. It includes questions about previous imaging recommendations, the severity of symptoms, and the presence of 'Red Flags' that may indicate serious conditions. This information is necessary for processing requests for lumbar spine imaging.

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Begin by entering your personal information at the top of the form, including your last name, first name, birthdate, gender, and personal health number. Ensure all details are accurate for processing.
Provide your daytime phone number and patient age. This information is crucial for communication and assessment.
Fill in the referring physician's name clearly. If an MRI or CT was recommended previously, indicate 'Yes' and attach a copy of that report.
Answer questions regarding symptoms duration and pain type (back dominant or leg dominant). Select options that best describe your condition.
Indicate if there are any 'Red Flags' present by selecting 'Yes' or 'No' for each listed condition. This helps in prioritizing your case.

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What does a lumbar test for?

The lumbar puncture is a diagnostic procedure in the diagnosis of meningitis, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and certain neurological disorders. It is also used in the measurement of intracranial pressure and administration of medications or diagnostic agents.

What is lumbar spine screening?

A lumbar magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan uses energy from strong magnets to create pictures of the lower part of the spine (lumbar spine). An MRI does not use radiation (x-rays). Single MRI images are called slices. The images can be stored on a computer or printed on film. One exam produces many images.

What are the four special tests of the lumbar spine?

Special Tests[edit | edit source] Crossed straight leg raise test. Femoral nerve traction test. Prone knee bend test or variant.

What does a lumbar test show?

A lumbar puncture can help diagnose serious infections, such as meningitis. It also can help diagnose other diseases of the central nervous system, such as Guillain-Barre syndrome and multiple sclerosis. A lumbar puncture may be used to diagnose bleeding around the brain or cancers of the brain or spinal cord.

How long does it take to get the results of a lumbar puncture test?

If the lumbar puncture was carried out for any other reason it is likely that some results will be available in 4-6 hours, but the most important tests may take days, or in some cases weeks. The team performing the test should be able to advise you when to expect to hear the results.

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What are the red flags for the lumbar spine?

Red flags include: Person being 50 years of age or more. Gradual onset of symptoms. Severe unremitting pain that remains when the person is supine, aching night pain that prevents or disturbs sleep, pain aggravated by straining (eg at stool, coughing, sneezing) and thoracic pain. Localised spinal tenderness.

Is a lumbar test painful?

The provider will numb the skin by injecting a local anesthetic. This injection may sting for a few seconds, but makes the lumbar puncture less painful. The hollow needle will be inserted through the numbed skin and into the space where the CSF is located. You will feel some pressure while the needle is inserted.