Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Pure-Tone Audiometry

Measurement of hearing based on the use of pure tones of various frequencies and intensities as auditory stimuli.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

Measurement of hearing based on the use of pure tones of various frequencies and intensities as auditory stimuli.

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Synonyms

4 entry terms
  • Audiometry, Pure-Tone
  • Audiometry, Pure Tone
  • Audiometry, Bekesy
  • Bekesy Audiometry

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

91(80); was see under AUDIOMETRY 1980-90

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Previous Indexing

  • Audiometry (1966-1979)

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  1. E01w.370.382.375w.060w.055w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Pure-Tone Audiometry. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D001301. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D001301
  2. Pure-Tone Audiometry. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pure-tone_audiometry
  3. Pure-Tone Audiometry. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q7261165