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Overview
The diagnosis of sleep apnea is obtained by a polysomnogram or an oximeter. Other tests include and EEG, EMG, EOG, ECG, a nasal airflow sensor, and a snore microphone.
Sleep Apnea Other Diagnostic Tests
Oximetry
- As known as a home-based portable monitor
- The portable monitor will record some of the same information as a PSG
- The results of this device can help determine whether to do a PSG[1]
Other tests
- EEG (electroencephalogram) to measure and record brain wave activity
- EMG (electromyogram) to record muscle activity to determine REM stage sleep
- EOG (electro-oculogram) to record eye movements to determine REM stage sleep
- ECG (electrocardiogram) to record heart rate and rhythm.
- Nasal airflow sensor to record airflow
- Snore microphone to record snoring activity
References
- ↑ Chesson AL, Ferber RA, Fry JM, Grigg-Damberger M, Hartse KM, Hurwitz TD; et al. (1997). "The indications for polysomnography and related procedures". Sleep. 20 (6): 423–87. PMID 9302726.