Epidermal nerve fiber density test for diagnosing neuropathy
Record ID 32010000990
English
Authors' objectives:
Epidermal nerve fiber density (ENFD) is assessed in skin biopsy samples by means of immunohistochemical techniques and microscopic examination. ENFD testing is performed in individuals who have sensory symptoms, signs, or ancillary test results that suggest small fiber neuropathy (SFN). ENFD below a normal reference range is considered confirmation of peripheral neuropathy. ENFD within the normal range suggests the need for testing for etiologies other than those known to produce peripheral neuropathy.
Details
Project Status:
Completed
URL for project:
http://www.hayesinc.com
Year Published:
2010
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
United States
MeSH Terms
- Electrodiagnosis
- Nerve Fibers
- Peripheral Nervous System Diseases
- Polyneuropathies
Contact
Organisation Name:
HAYES, Inc.
Contact Address:
157 S. Broad Street, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446, USA. Tel: 215 855 0615; Fax: 215 855 5218
Contact Name:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Contact Email:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Copyright:
2010 Winifred S. Hayes, Inc
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