electroencephalogram(CNS)

electroencephalogram:-

recording of the electrical activities occuring in the brain using electrode which are placed in thhe skull is called as encephalogram.

-4 different types of waves -in normal condition.

i)alpha waves-awake,closed eyes.

ii)beta waves-awake alert ,opened eye

iii)gamma wave:-drowsy,about to fall to sleep.

iv)delta waves-deep sleep


significance:-

i)it is the reliable method to find the electrical changes occuring in the brain and neurological condition.

ii)diagnosis of epilepsy

iii)helpful locate abcess or tumor.


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