{"id":112945,"date":"2023-11-20T15:37:56","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T15:37:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sleepadvisor.org\/?p=112945"},"modified":"2024-06-19T15:01:53","modified_gmt":"2024-06-19T15:01:53","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-a-sleep-study","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sleepadvisor.org\/how-to-prepare-for-a-sleep-study\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for a Sleep Study\ufffc"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"sa-medical-disclosure\"><em><span>Disclaimer - Nothing on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment...<\/span> <span style=\"cursor: pointer; color: #36c; font-weight: bold;\" onclick=\"location.href='https:\/\/sleepadvisor.org\/disclosures\/#medical-disclaimer'\">Read More Here<\/span><\/em>.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section id='block_f4c6d322aac2f146735ab804d804ec20' class='p4-blocks-expanded-byline'>\n\t<div class='p4-blocks-expanded-byline__author'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.sleepadvisor.org\/emma-cronan\/' class='p4-blocks-expanded-byline__image'>\n\t\t\t\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.sleepadvisor.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Emma-Cronan.jpg\" alt=\"Emma Cronan\" title=\"\">\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class='p4-blocks-expanded-byline__info'>\n\t\t\t\t<small>Written by<\/small>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.sleepadvisor.org\/emma-cronan\/'>\n\t\t\t\t\tEmma Cronan, Writer\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div class='p4-blocks-expanded-byline__section'>\n\t\t\t<h3 class='p4-blocks-expanded-byline__section-heading'>\n\t\t\t\t<?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"utf-8\"?>\n<!-- Generator: Adobe Illustrator 27.0.1, SVG Export Plug-In . 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Our team will help you prepare.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<button class='p4-blocks-expanded-byline__toggle' onclick='this.classList.toggle(&#039;open&#039;); document.querySelectorAll(&#039;#block_f4c6d322aac2f146735ab804d804ec20 .p4-blocks-expanded-byline__section-content&#039;).forEach(el =&gt; el.classList.toggle(&#039;open&#039;));'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"button__character\">&raquo;<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>Has your doctor suggested that you participate in a sleep study? If so, you may be nervous, feeling unsure of what to expect and wanting to make sure you prepare correctly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A sleep study is an analysis test to <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diagnostics\/12131-sleep-study-polysomnography\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">diagnose sleep disorders<\/a><sup>1<\/sup> such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, epilepsy, nocturnal panic attacks, sleepwalking, sleep paralysis, insomnia, and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll outline what you should bring to a sleep study, what to do and what not to do prior to the sleep test, and we\u2019ll answer some common questions people have regarding sleep studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Bring To Your Sleep Study<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be wondering, what do you even bring to an in-lab sleep study? However, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rumcsi.org\/services\/sleep-disorder\/what-to-bring-for-an-overnight-sleep-study\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">experts advise<\/a><sup>2<\/sup> you should pack for a sleep study just as you would pack for an overnight trip to a hotel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pajamas &#8211; <\/strong>Bring whatever you usually wear to bed, as this is what you\u2019ll be most comfortable sleeping in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your own pillow or blanket &#8211;<\/strong> There will be a pillow and blanket provided, but if you prefer your own, you can bring these items.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medications &#8211; <\/strong>If you take medication in the morning or at night, you can bring it with you. Make sure you bring a list of all of the medications you are on, so the sleep technician is aware.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toiletries &#8211; <\/strong>You can pack your usual nighttime routine items, such as a toothbrush and face wash.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A change of clothes for the morning &#8211; <\/strong>Once your sleep study is over, you\u2019ll have an outfit to wear home.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, you\u2019ll want to bring any paperwork that you need for the sleep study, your ID, and your insurance information<sup>2<\/sup>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep a Sleep Diary to Prepare for a Sleep Study<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/campushealth.unc.edu\/health-topic\/keeping-a-sleep-journal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sleep diary<\/a><sup>3<\/sup> is a method you can use to record information about your sleep every night. A sleep diary, also known as a sleep journal or log, allows you to view patterns in your sleep after you\u2019ve recorded many nights of sleep<sup>3<\/sup>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While keeping a sleep journal isn\u2019t mandatory before&nbsp; a sleep study, it is a great tool that can provide you and your doctor with more information about your sleep patterns. This way, after the sleep study, your doctor can use both the diary and the sleep study results to provide you with the most accurate diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Want to know more? <\/strong>Read our Sleep Diary guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Not to Do Before A Sleep Study<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here we\u2019ll provide a list of what you shouldn\u2019t do before a sleep study. While you can use this general guidance, make sure you consult with the medical professional who is conducting your sleep study as well.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t consume <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/polysomnography\/about\/pac-20394877#:~:text=Don&#039;t%20consume%20drinks%20or,of%20some%20sleep%20disorders%20worse.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alcohol or caffeine<\/a><sup>4<\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t wear jewelry<sup>2<\/sup>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t wear a hairpiece or wig<sup>2<\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t take a nap the day of your sleep study<sup>4<\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Questions About Preparing For a Sleep Study<\/h2>\n\n\n\n    <section id='block_8fc07aa3a65eab43cdd0dcdbeeb68277' class='p4-blocks-accordion p4-blocks-accordion--default'>\n\n        \n                                    <details >\n                    <summary>\n                        <svg class='p4-blocks__icon' xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M6 0h4v16H6z\"\/><path d=\"M0 6h16v3.93H0z\"\/><\/svg>                        <span>Can you drink or eat before your sleep study?<\/span>\n                                            <\/summary>\n                    <div>\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can eat and drink normally prior to your sleep study but avoid eating or drinking anything that contains alcohol or caffeine the day of your study<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Caffeine and alcohol can alter your sleep patterns, which will likely provide you with inaccurate sleep study results<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/details>\n                                                <details >\n                    <summary>\n                        <svg class='p4-blocks__icon' xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M6 0h4v16H6z\"\/><path d=\"M0 6h16v3.93H0z\"\/><\/svg>                        <span>Can I go to the bathroom during a sleep study? <\/span>\n                                            <\/summary>\n                    <div>\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can go to the bathroom during a sleep study, but you have to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.princetonhcs.org\/care-services\/sleep-center\/sleep-study-frequently-asked-questions#:~:text=Although%20you%20are%20not%20expected,only%20to%20notify%20the%20technologist.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">notify the sleep technician<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This way, they can unhook you from the sensors so you can get up and use the restroom.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/details>\n                                                <details >\n                    <summary>\n                        <svg class='p4-blocks__icon' xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M6 0h4v16H6z\"\/><path d=\"M0 6h16v3.93H0z\"\/><\/svg>                        <span>What if I can&#8217;t sleep during my sleep study?<\/span>\n                                            <\/summary>\n                    <div>\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can\u2019t sleep during your sleep study, the sleep technician may give you a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jaxsleepcenter.com\/what-if-i-cant-sleep-during-a-sleep-study\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleeping aid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepadvisor.org\/melatonin\/#:~:text=Melatonin%20works%20well%20for%20some,start%20at%20a%20low%20dose.\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">melatonin supplement<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or Benadryl. <\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/details>\n                                                <details >\n                    <summary>\n                        <svg class='p4-blocks__icon' xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M6 0h4v16H6z\"\/><path d=\"M0 6h16v3.93H0z\"\/><\/svg>                        <span>What happens when I arrive at the sleep center?<\/span>\n                                            <\/summary>\n                    <div>\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you arrive at the sleep center to participate in a sleep study, a sleep technician will take you into the room you\u2019ll be sleeping in<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The technician will place electrode sensors on your scalp and other body parts in order to monitor your sleep throughout the study<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/details>\n                                                <details >\n                    <summary>\n                        <svg class='p4-blocks__icon' xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M6 0h4v16H6z\"\/><path d=\"M0 6h16v3.93H0z\"\/><\/svg>                        <span>Can I nap before a sleep study?<\/span>\n                                            <\/summary>\n                    <div>\n                        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you shouldn&#8217;t take a nap the day of your sleep study. A nap may interfere with your ability to fall or stay asleep during the study, which can produce inaccurate results<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/details>\n                    \n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While a sleep study may sound intimidating, it\u2019s really just like sleeping at home, but you\u2019re being monitored. We suggest that you bring what you need in order to be comfortable and sleep well. 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