The Cochleo-Vestibular Lab is a specialized unit dedicated to the comprehensive evaluation of auditory (cochlear) and balance (vestibular) functions. At MicroCare ENT Hospital, we offer advanced, evidence-based testing for patients experiencing hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, dizziness, or imbalance. With the latest diagnostic technology and expert interpretation, our lab plays a pivotal role in the accurate diagnosis and management of complex ear-related disorders.
The cochleo-vestibular system is located within the inner ear and comprises two main components:
Cochlea – Responsible for detecting sound and transmitting auditory signals to the brain.
Vestibular Apparatus – Maintains balance and spatial orientation through the semicircular canals, utricle, and saccule.
This system is tightly integrated with the auditory nerve (vestibulocochlear nerve / cranial nerve VIII), which sends both sound and balance signals to the brain for interpretation.
Disorders of the inner ear can cause a wide range of symptoms including:
Sudden or gradual hearing loss
Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
Dizziness or spinning sensation (vertigo)
Unsteady gait or loss of balance
Visual disturbances during movement
Cochleo-vestibular testing helps identify whether these symptoms originate from the inner ear, auditory nerve, or central nervous system.
This diagnostic testing is recommended for patients with:
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss
Recurrent or persistent vertigo
Suspected Meniere’s disease or vestibular neuritis
Imbalance without a clear cause
Suspected acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma)
Tinnitus evaluation
Pre-operative and post-operative ear surgery assessment
Our lab is equipped with cutting-edge tools for both audiological and vestibular assessments:
Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA)
Evaluates hearing thresholds across different frequencies to determine the type and degree of hearing loss.
Tympanometry & Acoustic Reflex Testing
Assesses middle ear function, including eardrum mobility and reflexes of the auditory pathway.
Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE)
Measures the response of outer hair cells in the cochlea, useful for screening newborns or identifying early cochlear damage.
Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR)
Analyses the neural pathways from the cochlea to the brainstem to detect issues in auditory nerve conduction.
Videonystagmography (VNG)
Assesses involuntary eye movements (nystagmus) to evaluate balance function. Helps detect central vs. peripheral causes of vertigo.
Electrocochleography (ECoG)
Used for diagnosing Meniere’s disease by measuring electrical potentials in the cochlea.
Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potentials (VEMP)
Evaluates the function of otolith organs (utricle and saccule), which play a role in balance.
Caloric Testing
Stimulates each ear individually with warm and cold air or water to assess the responsiveness of the vestibular system.
Rotary Chair Testing
Used in specific cases to evaluate how the brain responds to motion input from the semicircular canals.
Comprehensive Evaluation: Complete auditory and vestibular assessment in one facility
Advanced Technology: Use of gold-standard testing equipment and software
Expert Team: Tests conducted and interpreted by experienced audiologists and ENT specialists
Accurate Diagnosis: Helps identify exact location and nature of inner ear dysfunction
Customized Treatment Plans: Test results guide both medical and surgical treatment strategies
Initial Consultation: Clinical evaluation by our ENT specialist with a focus on hearing and balance history.
Targeted Testing: Based on symptoms, the most relevant diagnostic tests are performed in the lab.
Diagnosis and Reporting: Detailed explanation of findings, with supporting reports and graphs.
Follow-up Plan: Medical management, rehabilitation, or surgical intervention based on diagnosis.
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Conductive Hearing Loss
Tinnitus-related conditions
Meniere’s Disease
Vestibular Neuritis
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Labyrinthitis
Central vertigo syndromes
Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder (ANSD)
Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma)
International-level testing protocols
Friendly, supportive patient experience
Minimal wait times and efficient reporting
Accurate diagnosis with multidisciplinary input
Post-evaluation guidance and rehabilitation support
The Cochleo-Vestibular Lab at MicroCare ENT Hospital is designed to bridge the gap between symptoms and diagnosis for patients suffering from hearing and balance issues. Whether you’re dealing with unexplained dizziness, sudden hearing loss, or ongoing ear-related discomfort, our lab provides the clarity and direction you need for recovery.
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Early diagnosis leads to better outcomes. Contact us now to schedule a consultation with our ENT experts and experience the region’s most advanced cochleo-vestibular diagnostic care.
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Hyderabad-500033, Telangana, India
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