Spinal-tap Definition

Spinal-tap Sentence Examples

• In suspected cases of toxoplasmosis, rubella, or syphilis, cerebrospinal fluid may be obtained from the infant by spinal tap in order to confirm the diagnosis.

• In rare instances, such as a spinal fluid blockage in the middle of the back, a physician may perform a spinal tap in the cervical spine.

• A spinal tap is performed to evaluate the cerebrospinal fluid.

• If a condition affecting the brain and spinal cord is suspected, a lumbar puncture or spinal tap may be performed.

• As of the early 2000s, the diagnosis of narcolepsy also can be confirmed by taking a sample of the patient's cerebrospinal fluid by a spinal tap and testing it for the presence of hypocretin-1.