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Which Tests Are Recommended For A Patient Having Memory Loss?
I have the apoe4 gene. I am 70 years old and I failed the memory test at my primary physicians. He has referred me to a neurogist. I know my memory is slipping. What tests should I ask for. I am terrified because my mother had alzheimers. YYYY@YYYY .
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You may need, Hb, blood sugar,serum B12 status, folic acid status, self administered gerocognitive exam,clock draw test, simple word memory test, MRI brain etc. Please consult your neurophysician he will examine and treat you accordingly.
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Which Tests Are Recommended For A Patient Having Memory Loss?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You may need, Hb, blood sugar,serum B12 status, folic acid status, self administered gerocognitive exam,clock draw test, simple word memory test, MRI brain etc. Please consult your neurophysician he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.