Yáńez C, Mora N, Nurko B

Language: Spanish
References: 15
Page: 82-86
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ABSTRACT

A developed screening test of olfaction The Pocket Smell Identification Test consisting of a disposable paper as applicators of 3 different odorants, was evaluated. Using a questionnaire, the test was designed as a triple multiple choice test resulting in a score of 0 to 3 correct answers. To validate the test, 80 volunteers with normal olfaction, as well as 30 patients with subjective hyposmia or anosmia, were tested. To compare the developed test with an already validated method, the same persons also performed the sniffin’ sticks screening test. The results indicate that the screening test with The Pocket Smell Identification Test recognizes patients with normal olfaction and consistently distinguishes them from patients with hyposmia or anosmia.were further studies may be needed to elucidate a complete diagnosis.

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