The types of tests that may be ordered to properly diagnose breath-holding spells include:
- Iron level tests to check for iron deficiency
- EKG (electrocardiogram) to rule out cardiac conditions
- EEG (electroencephalogram) to track brain activity and differentiate from seizure disorders (if necessary)
- Special eye pressure test (if EEG is conducted) to further differentiate from seizures
- Scans like MRIs or CTs are generally not necessary, unless there are other signs or symptoms suggesting another cause.