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The same nerves on the other side of the body may be studied. The results from both sides of the body can be compared. When the test is done, the electrodes are removed. Nerve conduction studies are done before an EMG if both tests are being done. Nerve conduction tests may take from 15 minutes to 1 hour or more. How long the tests take depends on how many nerves and muscles are studied.
Standard EEG recording is done in the office and usually lasts an hour. You may be asked to do a sleep-deprived EEG, which requires you to have only 4 hours of sleep. Abnormal brain waves may appear when the body is stressed or fatigued. This exam usually takes 2 to 3 hours.You will be given specific instructions regarding food, drink, and medications that may need to be avoided.). Figure 1. A sample EEG recording showing a focal spike typical of a seizure. There are several different ways to conduct an EEG: 1  Standard EEG recording is done in the office and usually lasts an hour. 2  You may be asked to do a sleep-deprived EEG, which requires you to have only 4 hours of sleep.