The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.
Medical history questions may include:
- history of the labor and birth
- detailed family history
- other symptoms
Note: An abnormal Moro reflex is usually discovered by the health care provider.
PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
The Moro reflex will be evaluated. The muscular system and nervous system may need to have detailed examination, if the reflex is absent or abnormal.
Diagnostic tests, in cases of decreased or absent reflex, may include:
AFTER SEEING YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER
You may want to add a diagnosis related to an abnormal Moro reflex to your child's personal medical record.
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