
Visual Evoked Potential (Flash Test)
Visual Evoked Potential (VEP) is a diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity in the brain in response to visual stimuli. The Flash VEP specifically uses bright, flickering light to stimulate the visual pathway, helping to evaluate the function of the optic nerve and other parts of the visual system.
Make an appointmentCauses:
VEP (Flash) is commonly used to diagnose or monitor conditions that affect the visual pathway, such as:
Symptoms:
Patients undergoing a VEP test may present symptoms such as:
Treatment:
While VEP is a diagnostic tool, it guides treatment based on the underlying cause:
Prevention:
While some conditions cannot be entirely prevented, these steps can reduce risks or aid early detection:
The VEP (Flash) test plays a vital role in identifying and managing conditions affecting the visual and neurological systems, offering a path toward effective treatment and improved quality of life.