If a hearing screening indicates possible hearing loss, it is important to remember that there can be many underlying reasons—from something as simple as an ear infection to more complex conditions such as auditory neuropathy. At Unicare Speech & Hearing Clinic, our audiologists carefully design a series of specialized tests to thoroughly evaluate the auditory system. This detailed approach allows us to identify the exact cause and severity of the hearing loss. Based on these findings, we provide clear, personalized advice and treatment options tailored to your child’s or loved one’s hearing needs, ensuring the best possible care and outcomes.

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At Unicare Speech & Hearing Clinic, we believe in uncovering the true cause of hearing difficulties with precision and care. Our audiologists use a comprehensive range of advanced diagnostic tests to evaluate every aspect of hearing health. These include:

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• Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA): Pure Tone Audiometry is a simple yet highly effective test used to measure the sensitivity of your auditory system to different pure tones across the audible range. By determining the softest sounds you can hear at various frequencies, this test provides a clear picture of your hearing thresholds. Along with measuring Uncomfortable Loudness Levels (UCL), it helps us establish the complete range of your audibility. This information is essential for designing accurate treatment plans, fitting amplification devices, and ensuring that your hearing care is tailored precisely to your needs.

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• Impedance Audiometry (Tympanometry): Impedance Audiometry is one of the most important tests for evaluating the health and function of the middle ear. By measuring how the eardrum responds to changes in air pressure, this test provides valuable insights into middle ear status. An abnormal tympanogram often indicates irregular middle ear function, which may be due to conditions such as infection, fluid buildup, or structural malformation. Identifying these issues early allows our audiologists to recommend the right treatment and ensure that hearing is restored and protected effectively.

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• Speech Audiometry: Speech Audiometry is often considered underrated, yet it is truly one of the most important tests of hearing. Unlike pure tone audiometry, which measures sensitivity to simple tones, speech audiometry evaluates how well a person can detect and discriminate speech sounds in both quiet and noisy environments. This test provides critical insights into real‑world listening abilities, helping us understand how effectively someone can communicate in everyday situations. While pure tone audiometry remains the conventional hearing test, no assessment is complete without speech audiometry. In fact, it forms the foundation for hearing aid selection and fitting, ensuring that amplification devices are tailored not just to tones, but to the clarity and comfort of speech—making communication more natural and effective.

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• Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE): Otoacoustic Emissions are an important tool for checking the functioning of the inner ear, specifically the cochlea. This test measures tiny sounds generated by the inner ear in response to auditory stimuli, giving us valuable information about cochlear health. OAEs are often used as a screening tool, especially for populations who may be difficult to test through conventional methods—such as individuals with cognitive challenges or adults with intellectual disabilities. Because the test does not require active participation, it provides a reliable and objective way to assess hearing function, ensuring that every patient receives accurate evaluation and the care they deserve.

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• Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry (BERA/ABR): BERA remains the gold standard test in the evaluation of neuro‑otological disorders, providing precise insights into the functioning of the auditory nerve and brainstem pathways. It is an objective test that does not require active participation, making it a powerful tool for determining hearing thresholds in patients who are difficult to test—such as infants, elderly individuals, or those with cognitive or medical challenges. By recording the brain’s electrical responses to sound, BERA helps us diagnose both hearing loss and neurological conditions with accuracy, ensuring that every patient receives the right care based on a clear understanding of their auditory system.

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Every hearing loss is unique, and at Unicare Speech & Hearing Clinic our audiologists take the utmost care to treat each patient with equal compassion and precision. We understand that hearing challenges affect not just communication, but confidence and quality of life. That’s why we provide individualized solutions designed to meet your specific needs, ensuring a thorough and truly satisfying hearing experience. To begin your journey toward better hearing, we invite you to book an appointment with our expert audiologists and discover the difference that personalized care can make.