Published with the inputs from Dr Jabir Bin Umer K P, Associate Consultant, ENT And Head & Neck Surgery, Baby Memorial Hospitals- Kannur
A sleep study, also called polysomnography, is a diagnostic test that records brain activity, breathing, heart rate, oxygen levels, and body movements during sleep. It helps diagnose sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, and other conditions that affect the quality of sleep and overall health.
A sleep study is a non-invasive test performed overnight to monitor various body functions while you sleep - including breathing, heart rate, oxygen levels, brain waves, and limb movements - to identify sleep-related problems
Doctors may suggest a sleep study if you experience:
No. Sleep studies are completely safe and painless. Some patients may need a short adjustment period to fall asleep due to sensors, but the setup is designed for comfort.
Yes. In some cases, a home sleep apnea test can be done using a simplified device that monitors breathing and oxygen levels. However, in-lab polysomnography remains the most accurate and comprehensive option.
If you suffer from snoring, poor sleep, daytime fatigue, or breathing problems at night, the Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine Team at Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) offers advanced sleep studies (polysomnography) and comprehensive treatment programs for all types of sleep disorders.
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