Nocturnal penile tumescence (NPT) stamp test; Nighttime penile tape test
What the risks are:
There are no risks.
Special considerations:
The test is not foolproof. This test does not indicate many important factors of sexual dysfunction, such as quality, duration, or number of erections during the night. Sexual counseling may be recommended after consulting the health care provider.
Review Date: 6/1/2005
Reviewed By: David R. Knowles, M.D., Scottsdale Urologic Surgeons, Scottsdale, AZ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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