Most common frequency of Tuning fork used in ENT

Tuning fork test can be performed using tuning fork of different frequencies such as: . • MC used/ ideal for routine clinical practice is of 512 Hz. • Tuning fork of lower frequencies produce sense of bone vibration while those of higher frequencies have a shorter decay time and are thus not routinely preferred. • Tests done with tuning fork: ■ Rinne’s test ■ Weber's test ■ Absolute bone conduction (ABC) test ■ Bing test ■ Gelle’s test ■ Lewis test