Why the test is performed
To detect and track hearing changes in workers exposed to hazardous noise.
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Occupational Audiometry
To detect and track hearing changes in workers exposed to hazardous noise.Test profileOCOccupational Audiometry
Test and specimen
What is being examined?
- Test
- Occupational Audiometry
- Department
- Occupational Health
- Typical sample or measurement
- Behavioural hearing thresholds in a controlled test environment
Before the test
A period away from hazardous noise may be required before baseline testing; hearing protection and symptoms should be documented.
Clinical interpretation
Laboratory results should be interpreted by a qualified professional using the correct reference interval, method, symptoms, history and other findings. A normal or abnormal value rarely confirms or excludes a condition by itself.
What the test is used for
Baseline and periodic hearing surveillance, early intervention and evaluation of a hearing-conservation programme.
How the test is performed
After otoscopic and history checks within scope, pure tones are presented through calibrated headphones in a suitable environment and thresholds are recorded for each ear.
Conditions and diseases considered
Used to identify patterns compatible with noise-induced or other hearing loss; medical causes require referral.
Recommended further tests
Repeat audiogram, otoscopy, tympanometry or ENT/audiology assessment when a significant change or asymmetry is found.
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