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Raynaud Syndrome and Raynaud Phenomenon
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Alternate Names : Isolated COLD Stress Testing, ICST
COLD Stimulation Test for Raynaud's Phenomenon | Preparation & Expectations | Results and Values
Normally, cold causes little decrease in blood flow to the fingers. Skin temperature generally returns to normal within 15 minutes. Raynaud phenomenon may be present if it takes more than 20 minutes for the fingers to return to normal temperature.
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COLD Stimulation Test for Raynaud's Phenomenon: Preparation & Expectations
Author: Stephanie Slon, BA Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD Date Reviewed: 05/07/01