Which abbreviation refers to a recording of electrical activity in the brain to help locate seizure activity?
A) EMG
B) NCV
C) CTA
D) MRI
E) EEG

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EEG stands for electroencephalogram, which is a recording of electrical activity in the brain. It is commonly used to help locate seizure activity in individuals with epilepsy. EMG (A) is a recording of electrical activity in the muscles, NCV (B) is a test that measures the speed and strength of signals traveling along peripheral nerves, CTA (C) is a computed tomography angiogram used to visualize blood vessels, and MRI (D) is a magnetic resonance imaging scan used to visualize internal structures of the body.

Which Abbreviation Refers to a Recording of Electrical Activity in the Brain