Newborn Hearing Screening(OAE)

Newborn hearing screening and Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) testing are crucial steps to ensure your baby’s auditory health. These tests are designed to detect any potential hearing impairments early on, even before your baby shows signs of hearing difficulties. Identifying hearing issues promptly is vital for your child’s language development and overall learning capabilities. Undetected hearing problems can significantly impact speech and language skills, potentially affecting social and academic progress as your child grows. By catching these issues early through routine screening, interventions can begin promptly, enabling your baby to receive the necessary support for optimal development.

OAE testing specifically examines the inner ear’s response to sound, providing precise information about your baby’s hearing ability. It’s a quick and painless procedure, typically conducted by placing a small probe in the baby’s ear to measure the ear’s response to sounds. This test helps identify any potential hearing concerns that might otherwise go unnoticed, ensuring that any necessary interventions or treatments can start early, giving your baby the best chance for healthy auditory development.