Operation Manual MA 27 / MA 27e
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2 Intended Use
The MA 27 / MA 27e audiometer is intended to be used by an
audiologist, hearing healthcare professional, or trained
technician in a quiet environment for the purpose of hearing
screening.
The instrument is intended for all patient populations including
children able to respond to a test signal.
The instrument is intended for professional use in clinics and
hospitals.
2.1 Description
The MA 27 / MA 27e screening audiometer is designed to be a
device for screening for hearing loss. Output and specificity of
this type of device are based on the test characteristics defined
by the user, and may vary depending on environmental and
operating conditions. The screening for hearing loss using this
kind of audiometer depends on the interaction with the patient.
A
s with any type of hearing screening, a “pass” result should not
overrule any additional concerns regarding hearing ability. A full
audiologic evaluation should be administered if concerns about
hearing sensitivity persist.
2.2 Extended Function
The MA 27e extends the MA 27 functionalities with the following
three extra features:
• The MA 27e can communicate with a computer.
