Diagnostic Tests for Restlessness

Diagnostic Test list for Restlessness:

The list of diagnostic tests mentioned in various sources as used in the diagnosis of Restlessness includes:

• Physical examination
  • Observe general appearance - e.g. restless, distressed, agitated.
  • Note facial expression, posture and gait
  • Note speed of movement and amount of movement
  • Note presence of any abnormal movements (such as tics or choreic movements). Choreic movements (non- repetitive abrupt involuntary jerky movements) can cause the appearance of restlessness. Causes of chorea include Huntington's chorea, Sydenham's chorea, Wilson's disease and senility
  • Full physical examination to detect signs of physical conditions that may cause restlessness
• Blood tests
  • Full blood count and ESR
  • Electrolytes
  • Calcium (elevated calcium may cause restlessness)
  • Renal function tests
  • Blood glucose level (looking for low blood sugar)
  • Liver function tests
  • Thyroid function tests
  • Vitamin B12 level
  • Folate levels
  • Lead levels, if indicated
• Urine tests
  • Urine drug screen
• Radiological investigations
  • CT Scan or MRI Scan of brain may be indicated
• Neurodevelopment assessment - is an important part of the evaluation of children who are thought to be hyperactive and restless in order to exclude developmental weaknesses.
• Mini-mental state examination - if dementia is suspected test memory and cognitive function.
• Mental state examination - including appearance, behavior, rate and continuity of speech, mood, affect, thought content, evidence of any hallucinations or abnormal beliefs, orientation to time, place and person, attention and concentration, short-term memory, insight and judgement. Will help detect psychiatric conditions that may cause restlessness.

Home Diagnostic Testing

These home medical tests may be relevant to Restlessness causes:

• Sleep Disorders: Home Testing
  • Home Sleep Tests
  • Sleep Apnea Diagnostic Tests

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