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NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE, in Mumbai

Get NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE done in Thane, Mumbai with GetVisit. This test measures how fast and how well electrical signals travel along two specific nerves: the spinal accessory nerve and the long thoracic nerve. Verified pathologist, home collection, and same-day digital reports across Vashi and the city.

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What is a NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE Test in Mumbai ?

What is NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE?

This test measures how fast and how well electrical signals travel along two specific nerves: the spinal accessory nerve and the long thoracic nerve. These nerves control shoulder and upper back muscles.

What does NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE measure?

Checking their function is important after injury, surgery, or when people have unexplained shoulder weakness. The test helps find nerve damage, pinching, or ongoing nerve disease. Doctors use the results to locate the problem, decide if further tests are needed, guide treatment, and monitor recovery over time.

What symptoms suggest NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE may be needed?

A doctor may recommend NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE when a patient reports any symptom your doctor has identified as requiring objective laboratory investigation , including unexplained fatigue, unexplained weight change, persistent pain, fever, or abnormal bleeding. Sample collection for Mumbai is available at labs and at home across Mulund, Kandivali, and surrounding neighbourhoods.

How is NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE performed?

This test is performed on a swab or fluid sample collected by a trained healthcare professional, not on a routine blood draw. Collection is quick and done at a GetVisit-partnered lab or collection point in Mulund or Kandivali, Mumbai, after which the sample is dispatched to the NABL-accredited lab for processing.

How accurate is NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE?

Samples collected in Mulund or Kandivali, Mumbai are processed at NABL-accredited labs using validated methods and internal quality control. Accuracy depends on correct collection technique by a trained professional, which GetVisit's partnered centres follow. Reports are accepted by hospitals, specialists, and insurers across India.

Are there any risks to NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE?

Risk is minimal. Swab, sputum, or fluid collection by a trained professional in Mulund or Kandivali, Mumbai may cause brief, mild discomfort but no lasting effects. Any specific precaution for your test will be explained at the collection centre.

Did you know?

Another name for the long thoracic nerve is the "nerve to serratus anterior"; it’s also historically called Bell’s nerve (nerve of Bell).

NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE Test Preparation in Mumbai

Fasting and diet:

You do not need to fast. Have your normal meals, but skip a heavy, oily meal and alcohol the evening before as a general precaution.

Medication:

Continue your regular medicines unless your doctor has told you otherwise.

What to bring:

Keep your prescription and ID handy, along with your OPD insurance details if applicable. Wear sleeves that roll up easily.

Timing and slots:

An early slot works best, especially for fasting tests. Home collection is available across Andheri, Vikhroli, and the rest of Mumbai.

NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE Test Parameters in Mumbai

Single standalone test:

NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

Why Take a NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE Test in Mumbai ?

When does a doctor order NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE?

NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE is usually done as part of electrodiagnostic testing or a nerve conduction study panel. Doctors order it for shoulder weakness, winged shoulder blade, pain after injury, or unexplained muscle loss.

Who should get NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE done in Mumbai?

Mumbai's 21 million metropolitan population, annual monsoon flooding creating severe leptospirosis and dengue risk in Kurla, Andheri, and Ghatkopar, high corporate stress and commute burden, significant diabetes and cardiovascular disease prevalence, and a massive working population with irregular meal and sleep patterns make regular preventive diagnostic testing an essential health investment for all residents. This test benefits patients whose symptoms need a definitive laboratory answer, such as a persistent infection, an unexplained lump, or an abnormal fluid collection. In Mumbai, GetVisit coordinates collection and NABL processing for residents of Belapur, Goregaon, and across the city.

What conditions can NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE help diagnose?

It helps diagnose nerve injury, compression, or neuropathy and guides treatment and rehabilitation. Abnormal results can come from trauma, surgery, compression, inflammation, metabolic disease, or certain medications, and a family history of neuropathy may make testing more relevant.

What do NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE results mean?

Your result is read against the reference range printed on your GetVisit report for your age and sex, and always alongside your symptoms and history. A single value slightly outside the range does not by itself confirm a problem, your doctor decides whether it is significant. The specific high and low patterns for this test are explained in the FAQs below.

How often should NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE be repeated?

For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.

What happens after NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE results are ready?

Book a follow-up consultation after reviewing your results. GetVisit stores your reports alongside your previous test history, so your doctor sees your full health trend, not just today's snapshot. This longitudinal context significantly improves the clinical value of each repeat test.

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What is another name for the long thoracic nerve?plus

Another name for the long thoracic nerve is the "nerve to serratus anterior"; it’s also historically called Bell’s nerve (nerve of Bell). It typically arises from C5–C7 roots of the brachial plexus and supplies the serratus anterior muscle, which is crucial for scapular protraction and preventing winging of the scapula.

What is the difference between a long thoracic nerve injury and an accessory nerve injury?plus

The long thoracic nerve innervates serratus anterior; injury causes medial scapular winging, difficulty pushing or with overhead abduction, often after trauma or mastectomy. The spinal accessory nerve supplies trapezius (and SCM); injury produces shoulder droop, lateral winging, impaired scapular elevation and abduction above horizontal, and weak shoulder shrug, commonly after posterior-triangle surgery. Both are motor-only lesions without sensory loss.

Are spinal accessory and accessory nerves the same?plus

Yes , the terms "spinal accessory nerve" and "accessory nerve" generally refer to the same cranial nerve (CN XI). It mainly comprises spinal roots that innervate the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles, enabling head rotation and shoulder elevation. Some texts describe an additional small cranial root often linked with the vagus nerve, but clinically CN XI usually denotes the spinal accessory component.

What is another name for the spinal accessory nerve?plus

The spinal accessory nerve is also commonly called the accessory nerve or cranial nerve XI (CN XI). It has a spinal root from upper cervical segments and a cranial part; it primarily innervates the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles, enabling head rotation, shoulder elevation, and some swallowing actions. Injury can cause weakness of shoulder shrug and head turning.

Do I need a doctor's prescription to book NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE?plus

You can book NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE on GetVisit with or without a prescription, though a doctor's advice helps with interpreting the result. Cashless OPD may require a referral, depending on your insurer.

Can NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE be combined with a health package?plus

Yes. NCV SPINAL ACESSORY NERVE AND LONG THORACIC NERVE can be booked on its own or as part of a broader preventive health package on GetVisit, which often works out more cost-effective. You can choose either option before payment.

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Conrad Rebello

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Mohsin Patel

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Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. Compared labs on GetVisit and picked the one closest to my building in Navi Mumbai. Reports came on WhatsApp and email within the promised time. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Rabia Momin

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Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. With Mumbai traffic, finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Kandivali West. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Will book again without hesitation.

Arshad Siddiqui

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The waiting area was tidy and the staff were friendly. Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick near Borivali station. I liked that the report came with a digital copy I could store on my phone. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

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Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Santacruz West. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. Already told my family to book through GetVisit for their next tests.

Deepak Lokhande

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Chirag Thakkar

Mumbai

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Tejal Gokhale

Mumbai

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Part of my annual preventive health check. Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability in Chembur. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. Already told my family to book through GetVisit for their next tests.

Santosh Bhosale

Mumbai

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Reports were sharp and detailed , no ambiguity in any of the values. Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. Compared labs on GetVisit and picked the one closest to my building near Hiranandani in Powai. The result was reassuring and we could move forward with the treatment plan. Highly recommend for anyone in Mumbai looking for reliable diagnostics.

Conrad Rebello

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Found GetVisit online and the booking took under two minutes in Vashi. My office health camp flagged this and my doctor confirmed I should do it. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly beforehand. My doctor was satisfied with the quality of the report. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Nishant Desai

Mumbai

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Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. Compared labs on GetVisit and picked the one closest to my building near Colaba. The staff explained what they were doing at each step which I appreciated. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Will book again without hesitation.

Mohsin Patel

Mumbai

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Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. Compared labs on GetVisit and picked the one closest to my building in Navi Mumbai. Reports came on WhatsApp and email within the promised time. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Rabia Momin

Mumbai

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Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. With Mumbai traffic, finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Kandivali West. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Will book again without hesitation.

Arshad Siddiqui

Mumbai

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The waiting area was tidy and the staff were friendly. Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. The booking was smooth , I've used GetVisit twice now and it's always quick near Borivali station. I liked that the report came with a digital copy I could store on my phone. Saved time and money compared to going to a hospital lab.

Sana Qureshi

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. Scheduled a slot online and got an instant confirmation on WhatsApp in Santacruz West. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Excellent turnaround , had the results by evening for a morning sample. Already told my family to book through GetVisit for their next tests.

Deepak Lokhande

Mumbai

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My sister recommended GetVisit and the booking was genuinely straightforward in Ghatkopar West. Something my doctor recommended at my last visit. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. My doctor was satisfied with the quality of the report. Already recommended this to colleagues in my office.

Chirag Thakkar

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. Found GetVisit online and the booking took under two minutes in Thane. Reports came on WhatsApp and email within the promised time. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Tejal Gokhale

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Part of my annual preventive health check. Booked an early morning slot before my office hours , GetVisit had 7 AM availability in Chembur. I arrived and was attended to within ten minutes. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. Already told my family to book through GetVisit for their next tests.

Santosh Bhosale

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Reports were sharp and detailed , no ambiguity in any of the values. Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. Compared labs on GetVisit and picked the one closest to my building near Hiranandani in Powai. The result was reassuring and we could move forward with the treatment plan. Highly recommend for anyone in Mumbai looking for reliable diagnostics.

Conrad Rebello

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Found GetVisit online and the booking took under two minutes in Vashi. My office health camp flagged this and my doctor confirmed I should do it. The lab staff explained the biopsy process clearly beforehand. My doctor was satisfied with the quality of the report. Will definitely use GetVisit again.

Nishant Desai

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. Compared labs on GetVisit and picked the one closest to my building near Colaba. The staff explained what they were doing at each step which I appreciated. My doctor said the report format was comprehensive and clear. Will book again without hesitation.

Mohsin Patel

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Routine health monitoring , I do a full panel every year. The team was reassuring throughout and the procedure went smoothly. Compared labs on GetVisit and picked the one closest to my building in Navi Mumbai. Reports came on WhatsApp and email within the promised time. Five stars , no complaints at all.

Rabia Momin

Mumbai

starstarstarstarstar

Just staying on top of my health , something I started doing after turning 40. The report arrived promptly with all parameters clearly listed. With Mumbai traffic, finding a nearby lab through GetVisit was a relief in Kandivali West. The phlebotomist was skilled and the draw was quick and painless. Will book again without hesitation.

Arshad Siddiqui

Mumbai