4) How do I prepare for my sleep study?

 

Preparation for PSG, Split PSG, CPAP Titration

(usually performed overnight)

 

After 12:00 noon on the day of your test, no caffeinated drinks such as coffee, tea, or soda.  You may drink non-caffeinated beverages.

 

Upon arrival at the Sleep Center, ring the buzzer on the outside of the building beside our main entrance.

 

Do not use excessive hair sprays, lotions, or oils.  If you wear a hairpiece, you may be asked to remove it for the test.

 

Make sure your sleep doctor knows all of your medications.  He/she will let you know if you need to make a change.  Please call well before your test if you are unsure.

 

You are required to wear a two-piece sleeping garment.  Sweats or shorts and t-shirt are fine.

 

Bring any toiletry items needed for the next morning, a book or magazine, and you may bring your own pillow if you like.

 

Eat dinner prior to arriving at the Sleep Center.  Do not eat or drink anything that normally gives you indigestion, or would keep you from getting a full night’s sleep.

 

Make-up and body lotions and oils are not recommended.

 

Acrylic nails and nail polish are not recommended.  For monitoring purposes, you might be asked to remove acrylic and/or nail polish from one finger.

 

Please leave all valuables at home.

 

Ask your sleep doctor if you have any questions on whether to take your normal medications prior to or during this test.  Bring any medications you will need during the test, including asthma treatments and snacks for individuals with diabetes if needed.

 

Avoid naps during the day prior to this test.

 

Expect to be awakened between 6:00 – 7:00 A.M.  Please do not plan to leave earlier.

 

Preparation for MSLT, MWT

(usually performed during the day)

 

Ask the doctor if you should alter any of your medications before this test.

 

A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.  Do not drink any caffeinated beverages or eat excessive sugar on the day of your study.

 

Wear comfortable clothes (NOT pajamas) on the day of your test, as you will spend all day in them.

 

Bring appropriate books, videos, DVDs, work, magazines, etc. to keep yourself occupied between naps.

 

You will need to stay at the Sleep Center throughout the entire study, possibly until 5:00 P.M.

 

 
 



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