About Qb Testing for ADD/ADHD
QbTest is ordered and performed in this office when one of our providers suspects a diagnosis of ADD/ADHD in a new or existing patient based on clinical interview, and additional information is needed to aid in the establishment of a diagnosis. It can also be used to help rule out a diagnosis of ADD/ADHD in a patient with inattention thought to be caused by another condition. QbTest is FDA-cleared both as a diagnostic tool and as a tool in evaluating the effectiveness of specific ADD/ADHD treatments. It can be used to aid in optimization of treatment.
QbTest is utilized as an aid in the diagnostic process for the purposes of initiating or optimizing treatment. QbTest is not interchangeable with psychoeducational testing and results alone do not meet documentation requirements for patients seeking accommodations in an academic setting or for a standardized testing board.
We are not able to order QbTests for patient receiving treatment in other offices.
What is QbTest?
Qb Test is an FDA cleared and widely used objective test that measures a patient’s activity, attention, and impulsivity. It is a computer-based test that combines attention measures with an activity analysis based on a motion tracking system. The test results are instantly analyzed and presented in a report that compares your results with a group of people of the same age and gender who do not have ADHD.
How is QbTest performed?
The test is performed in front of a laptop computer in our office. During the test, a number of symbols are shown on a computer screen. The task requires patients to push the responder button when a certain symbol appears on the screen.
How long Does a QbTest Take?
The test takes about 30 minutes to complete.
What is the benefit of obtaining a QbTest?
Clinicians are able to make more accurate diagnoses of ADD and ADHD when data is available from a combination of sources. Objective testing with QbTest is an important part of the diagnostic triangle which also includes a thorough clinical interview and rating scales, such as the ASRS (Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale). Furthermore, the QbTest can be performed repeatedly, comparing a patient’s performance after taking a certain medication or dosage of medication against the baseline test or subsequent test(s). This allows the clinician to prescribe the optimal medication and dosage faster and more efficiently as compared to the traditional trial and error method.
