Otorhinolaryngologist
Testing your sense of smell
ENT or otorhinolaryngology is a modern practice that focuses on diseases of the head, neck, throat and larynx, nose and ears. No queues!
What is smell?
Smell is one of our five senses, which allows us to perceive and identifying odours in the environment. This sense plays a key role in the quality of our lives, as affects our experiences, memories and emotions. Biologically, smell is linked to olfactory function, where olfactory cells in the nose detect molecules in the air and transmit this information to the brain. Loss or weakening of this senseas studies and observations during the COVID-19 pandemic have shown, may be associated with various diseasessuch as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and diabetes.
Sniff testing in Ljubljana
How is the examination with an otorhinolaryngologist?
An examination by an otorhinolaryngologist is a painless, safe and highly effective procedurewhere the specialist doctor can use a variety of tools, from an endoscope and a wooden spatula to tests for smell. The review helps to assess the patient's condition and their ability to smell, which can reveal much more than just the ability to smell different smells.
Smell testing and odour detection
Sniff testing is a diagnostic procedure that assesses the individual's ability to detect, discriminate and identify odours. It is performed as part of an otorhinolaryngological examination, especially when there is a suspicion of impaired or lost olfactory function. During testing introduces different smells to the patient, usually using special test kits such as Sniffin' Sticks or other olfactory tests. Test results may reveal possible neurological or other health problemssuch as brain injuries, inflammation or diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Sniff testing is a key tool for early detectiondiagnosis and progression tracking different health conditions.
Here are some of the circumstances in which it is advisable to carry out a sniff test:
- Traumatic head injury
- Age changes
- Suspected neurological diseases
- Chronic nasal congestion
- Exposure to toxins
- After a viral infection
Pricelist
First specialist examination
100€
Specialist check-up
70€
Extended Specialist Examination / Olfaction Testing / Endoscopy / Second Opinion
120€
Ear cleaning (stand-alone)
60€
Ear/nose swab and microbiological tests
80€
Audiometry (ADG)
50€
Vestibulogram (VTG)
50€
Izdaja belega recepta pri obravnavi ORL
10€
Izdaja bele napotnice pri obravnavi ORL
20€
Frequently asked questions
Testing your sense of smell is a diagnostic procedure for assessing the ability to detect, discriminate and identify odours. It is used to detect any impairment or loss of olfactory function.
Sniff testing is necessary, when the sense of smell is suspected to be impaired or lost, but also for the early detection of certain neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease.
During testing the patient is presented with a series of different smells, usually with the help of special test kits. The patient is then asked to identify or describe each smell to assess their olfactory ability.
Our patients' opinions
I don't like medical check-ups and such, but this smell testing is quite fun, so I didn't mind the check-up.😃
I'm exceptionally happy, as they haven't detected any abnormalities, so I can sleep soundly.
Excellent experience and a great clinic team. Highly recommended!
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