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Level sleep study levels Sleep-Study.pdf
The document outlines the differences between level 1, level 2, and level 3 sleep studies, highlighting their settings, monitored parameters, and diagnostic capabilities. Level 2 studies are particularly recommended for individuals who experience poor sleep without sleep apnea risks and prefer at-home testing for privacy and comfort. Careica Health offers at-home level 2 sleep studies in partnership with Cerebra Health in Manitoba, allowing easy access through a free phone consultation.
Level sleep study levels Sleep-Study.pdf
- 1. Sleep Study Levels Whatare the differences between a Level 3, Level 2, and a Level 1 sleep study? LEVEL 3 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 1 LOCATION At-home ✔ ✔ - In a lab/centre - - ✔ OBSERVED BY Technologist (RPSGT) - - ✔ WHAT IT MONITORS Breathing activity ✔ ✔ ✔ Snoring ✔ ✔ ✔ Airflow ✔ ✔ ✔ Oxygen levels ✔ ✔ ✔ Heart rate ✔ ✔ ✔ Brain activity - ✔ ✔ Muscle activity - ✔ ✔ Sleep quality (onset time, efficiency, REM and non-REM, sources of disturbances) - ✔ ✔ WHAT IT DIAGNOSES Sleep apnea ✔ ✔ ✔ Leg & body/PLMD - ✔ ✔ Narcolepsy* *(MSLT req. to complete diagnosis) - ✔ ✔ REM Sleep Behaviour Disorder - - ✔ CareicaHealth.com 1-888-297-7889
- 2. CareicaHealth.com 1-888-297-7889 SLP-SS-36.02 Benefits What are thebenefits versus a Level 1 sleep study? • No wait time for a sleep study in a lab • Done from the comfort of your own bed, not a sleep lab • No travel or time off from work required • Private—sleep without a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) watching Who is it right for? Who should have a Level 2 sleep study? • Those who suffer from poor sleep but are not at risk for sleep apnea, or • Those who are unsure of the cause of their poor sleep, or • Those who are uncomfortable with sleeping in a lab environment and/or under observation of a RPSGT Get started How do you access a Level 2 sleep study? At-home level 2 sleep studies are offered at Careica Health through our partner, Cerebra Health (currently only available in Manitoba). Book a free phone consult to learn more or to schedule your level 2 sleep study today! Level 2 Sleep Studies BOOK NOW