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How do electrical tests diagnose periodic paralysis?
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Electrical tests of muscle and a muscle biopsy show characteristic changes.
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How is periodic paralysis diagnosed?
A complete medical history, physical, neurological exam, electrical tests, blood and urine tests, challenge tests and genetic tests.
What is a Challenge test for hypokalemic periodic paralysis?
With hypokalemic periodic paralysis an attack of weakness can be induced by administering glucose and insulin with exercise. These tests are potentially hazardous and require careful monitoring.
What do blood and urine tests indicate at the onset of an attack of periodic paralysis?
Blood and urine tests done at the onset of an attack show whether there are elevated or depressed levels of potassium.
What is a Challenge test for hyperkalemic periodic paralysis?
An attack of hyperkalemic PP can be induced with administration of potassium after exercise during fasting. These tests are potentially hazardous and require careful monitoring.
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Are usually recommended for patients with a known family history. However, the number of different possible mutations leading to each form is too great to allow a single comprehensive test for either form.
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