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Step 1: On an Internet-connected computer, the patient takes a 15-minute test that includes: a) a brief questionnaire covering patient background and pertinent medical history; and b) neurocognitive subtests of learning, delayed recall, response speed, and executive functioning.
Step 2: Immediately following the test, the provider can generate a report based on cross-sectional normative data for the neurocognitive subtests. The report includes: a) identifying information; b) current medications (if applicable); c) comparison of neurocognitive test results to healthy controls; and d) cautions regarding test interpretation based on pertinent data.
Innovation
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Patented proprietary technology.
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Providers can administer the CST and access CST test records from any Internet-connected PC.
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The CST statistically incorporates all aspects of an individual's unique demographic profile to case-by-case detection of early signs of cognitive decline.
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The CST provides immediate feedback to the clinician regarding the likelihood of early-stage dementia so that appropriate treatments can be prescribed.
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Specialized normative statistics tailored to the number of tests taken reduce the influence of practice effects and other sources of error. Multiple equivalent alternate forms are also used to control for practice effects.
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Confidentiality and the "patient-provider" relationship are maintained. Only registered professionals can view a patient's report.
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