BERA

BERA (Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry) is a diagnostic test used to assess hearing and neural pathway function from the ear to the brainstem. It involves placing electrodes on the scalp and earlobes to record electrical responses to sound stimuli. This test helps identify hearing loss, especially in newborns and infants, and can diagnose conditions affecting the auditory nerve and brainstem. BERA is non-invasive, objective, and crucial for early detection of auditory issues and planning appropriate interventions.