Dr. Paul Friedman answers the question: 'What Is A Tilt Table Test?' — -- Question: What is a tilt table test, how does it help diagnose the cause of my fainting, and what does it mean if my tilt ...

The tilt test is generally performed after an overnight fast to avoid possible postprandial syncope. IV cannulation, when necessary, is done 30-60 minutes before test initiation to avoid false ...

Syncope is a common condition. Tilt testing with sublingual nitroglycerin (TT-TNT) provides a test with good specificity and positivity rate in young and old patients. Its use in hypertensive patients ...

Young, healthy soldiers (aged 18-20 years) were referred to the Sheba Medical Center for evaluation of recurrent syncope. Participants were recruited to the study between July 2002 and July 2004.