What is the speech in noise (SIN) test? The speech in noise (SIN) test is a method of testing a patient’s functional hearing in the presence of competing sound (Taylor, 2003). The objective of this i…
In this quick guide, you will learn how to use the BKB-SIN speech-in-noise test provided with Interacoustics audiometers. Getting started Activate your speech-in-noise license key to get access to th…
What is the acceptable noise level (ANL) test? The acceptable noise level (ANL) test is a method of determining how much noise the patient is able to tolerate whilst listening to a target signal/spea…
Prepare the equipment Turn on Titan by pressing the R or L button. Choose the test protocol from the list using the up & down arrow keys and then press Select. To use a different protocol than the on…
There are a number of things to consider when conducting OAE testing in order to ensure valid and reliable results. Consideration of the factors below will ensure an optimal OAE test. 1. Protocol sel…
The OtoRead™ Micro-Probe The OtoRead™ micro-probe utilizes a disposable probe tube (probe tip) design. Removal and replacement of the probe tube is fast and easy, saving the clinician time spent on c…
1. Test environment The ideal test environment is a quiet room. 2. Preparing the patient Place the patient in a position that will allow easy access to the ear canal. Use the shirt clip on the probe…
1. Test environment The ideal test environment is a quiet room. 2. Preparing the patient Place the patient in a position that will allow easy access to the ear canal. Use the shirt clip on the remote…
The insert phones (transducer boxes, cables, tubes and adapters) can be wiped down with a damp cloth and a disinfectant wipe after use. Be careful that no fluid enters into the adapters or sensitive…
What is threshold testing? The Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) is an evoked potential that originates at the auditory nerve (Cranial Nerve VIII) and the response is picked up by surface electrodes…
In this quick guide, you will learn how to use the BKB-SIN speech-in-noise test provided with Interacoustics audiometers. Getting started Activate your speech-in-noise license key to get access to th…
What is the speech in noise (SIN) test? The SIN test is a method of testing a patient’s functional hearing in the presence of competing sound (Taylor, 2003). The objective of this is to identify thei…
