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What is a Lumbar Puncture?

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Watch this video to understand what a Lumbar Puncture is and what to expect before, during, and after the test.

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Myelogram

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This test helps create detailed images of your spinal cord, nerves and spinal canal. It can help us find problems like herniated discs, spinal stenosis or nerve compression. Let's take a moment to learn more.

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Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)

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This is a way to get a sample of your cerebrospinal fluid (which we call "CSF"). That's the fluid that flows around your brain, spinal cord and spinal nerves. Testing this fluid will show signs of bleeding, infection or other problems.

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101 Nicolls Road
Stony Brook, NY 11794
631-444-4000

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