Exams and Tests A single test can't diagnose dyslexia. Rather,
your doctor or a school professional (such as a reading
specialist) will ask you what signs of dyslexia you and your
child's teachers have seen. He or she will ask your child
questions too. Reading tests and other types of assessments may
be done to help find out more about your child's skills. For
example, tests may include those that focus on your child's
learning style, language and problem-solving skills, and
intelligence quotient (IQ). It takes a team to diagnose
dyslexia. School professionals or learning specialists in your
area will assess academic skills and abilities. Your child's
doctor can assess your child's general health and Reference
cognitive development Opens New Window. A complete medical,
behavioral, educational, and social history may be taken to rule
out other conditions (such as a brain injury) that can also
interfere with the ability to read or memorize words. It must be
clear that your child doesn't have another problem tha