Diagnosis of Sleep apnea

Diagnostic Test list for Sleep apnea:

The list of medical tests mentioned in various sources as used in the diagnosis of Sleep apnea includes:

• Sleep studies
• Polysomnography
• Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)

Tests and diagnosis discussion for Sleep apnea:

In addition to the primary care physician, pulmonologists, neurologists, or other physicians with specialty training in sleep disorders may be involved in making a definitive diagnosis and initiating treatment. Diagnosis of sleep apnea is not simple because there can be many different reasons for disturbed sleep. Several tests are available for evaluating a person for sleep apnea are are usually performed in a sleep center. (Source: excerpt from Sleep Apnea: NWHIC)

Diagnosis of Sleep apnea: medical news summaries:

The following medical news items are relevant to diagnosis and misdiagnosis issues for Sleep apnea:

• Restless Leg Syndrome still difficult to diagnose
• Sleep apnea can result in serious health problems
• Targeting high blood pressure in young men
• More news »

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