FDA Approved Mild Concussion Blood Test
In 2018, the Food and Drug Administration approved a blood test that detects two proteins, UCH-L1 and GFAP, which are released by the brain into the bloodstream when a mild concussion occurs.
- The test can help identify individuals whose injury is unlikely to show up on a CT scan, eliminating the need for an unhelpful test.
- The blood test may also provide a way to quickly diagnose military personnel for a mild concussion.
Brazos Neurosciences’ NEURO-Trauma Assessment Test, utilizes a clinically significant biomarker panel comprised of four unique proteins.
- The Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein (GFAP), and
- Ubiquitin C-Terminal Hydrolase-L1 (UCH-L1) are used to assess glial and neuronal damage within the brain.
- Elevated GFAP and
- UCH-L1 levels indicate ongoing injury and can be used to monitor TBI severity over time and track therapeutic efficacy.
Additional Objective Diagnostic Procedures that Support the Soft Tissue Spinal Injury
We offer objective diagnostic testing to support the soft tissue spinal injury diagnosis and permanent impairment injury award.
Computerized Mensuration Radiographic Analysis
Objectively documents permanent pathological spinal ligament lesions
DynaROM
Objectively documents permanent pathological muscle spasms
J-Tech
Objectively documents permanent pathological muscle weakness
Mild Concussion Blood Test
Objectively documents permanent pathological mild concussion
C-Reactive Protein Blood Test
Blood test that objectively documents inflammation in the body
Sedimentation Rate Blood Test
Blood test that objectively documents inflammation in the body
Impairment Ratings
AMA Guides to Permanent Impairment Ratings
Impairment Indexes: Loss of Enjoyment of Lifetime Activities
Documents permanent pain and restrictions with activities of daily living
Impairment Indexes: Duties Under Duress
Documents permanent pain and restrictions with activities of daily living
MRI Variable:
MRI imaging slicing at 2mm without a gap and no bone for higher quality
The 7 Minimum Documentation Categories
The 7 minimum documentation categories that determine the strength of the case.