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 There are no specific tests to confirm or eliminate the diagnosis of cerebral palsy

 The suspected diagnosis is based on clinical findings and the failure to reach appropriate developmental milestones for the patient's age

 There is general consensus of an upper age limit of 2 years for the onset of the non‐progressive brain disturbance and five years for a clinical or developmental diagnosis

 Diagnostic brain imaging tests, including computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, can be of use

 An electroencephalogram, genetic analysis and metabolic tests may also be undertaken