Welcome to Your Next Step on Your Journey to Better Sleep
Ognomy offers three different home sleep tests. During your consultation, your board-certified physician will determine which test suits your needs the best. Home sleep study kits allow you to safely and accurately test your sleep apnea, eliminating the need to travel and sleep in an uncomfortable sleep center. After your initial consultation with one of our sleep providers, we will send a home sleep sleep test device directly to you. After receiving your home sleep test device, please follow these instructions to ensure you’re getting the most accurate results from your home sleep study kit. When your assigned sleep specialist receives your results, they will be in touch with you to discuss the next steps in your treatment.
1.WatchPAT
WatchPAT, which stands for Watch-PATient, is a home sleep test device used to diagnose sleep apnea. It is a portable, non-invasive device that measures various parameters while the patient is sleeping, including oxygen levels, heart rate, and respiratory effort.
The device is worn on the wrist like a watch and includes a finger sensor and a chest strap. The finger sensor measures oxygen levels, while the chest strap records respiratory effort and heart rate.
During the night, WatchPAT records and analyzes these parameters, as well as snoring and body position, to determine whether the patient has sleep apnea and its severity.
The data collected by WatchPAT is then analyzed by healthcare professionals to make a diagnosis and determine the appropriate treatment plan. Compared to traditional sleep studies that require a patient to spend a night in a sleep laboratory, WatchPAT is much more convenient and comfortable for patients.
Overall, WatchPAT is a valuable tool for diagnosing and treating sleep apnea, helping to improve the quality of life for many people who suffer from this condition.
2.APNEALINK
ApneaLink is a type of sleep study device that is used to diagnose sleep apnea in patients. It is a portable device that measures various parameters while the patient is sleeping, including airflow, respiratory effort, oxygen saturation, and heart rate.
The ApneaLink device is worn on the patient’s chest and uses a small nasal cannula to measure airflow. It also includes a finger sensor to measure oxygen saturation and a chest strap to measure respiratory effort and heart rate.
During the night, the ApneaLink device records and analyzes these parameters to determine whether the patient has sleep apnea and its severity. The data is then analyzed by healthcare professionals to make a diagnosis and determine the appropriate treatment plan.
Compared to traditional sleep studies that require a patient to spend a night in a sleep laboratory, ApneaLink is much more convenient and comfortable for patients. It can be used in a patient’s home and does not require any special preparation or setup.
Overall, ApneaLink is a valuable tool for diagnosing and treating sleep apnea, helping to improve the quality of life for many people who suffer from this condition.
3.SleepImage
SleepImage is a type of sleep study device that is used to diagnose sleep apnea in patients. It is a portable device that measures various parameters while the patient is sleeping, including airflow, respiratory effort, oxygen saturation, and heart rate.
The SleepImage device is worn on the patient’s chest and uses a small nasal cannula to measure airflow. It also includes a finger sensor to measure oxygen saturation and a chest strap to measure respiratory effort and heart rate.
During the night, the SleepImage device records and analyzes these parameters to determine whether the patient has sleep apnea and its severity. The data is then analyzed by healthcare professionals to make a diagnosis and determine the appropriate treatment plan.
Compared to traditional sleep studies that require a patient to spend a night in a sleep laboratory, ApneaLink is much more convenient and comfortable for patients. It can be used in a patient’s home and does not require any special preparation or setup.
Overall, ApneaLink is a valuable tool for diagnosing and treating sleep apnea, helping to improve the quality of life for many people who suffer from this condition.
Home Sleep Apnea Test Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does a nasal cannula blow air?
A. No. The cannula is used to detect your breathing, no air or anything else comes out of the machine.
Q. What if I need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night?
A. If you have to use the bathroom during the test, simply remove the pulse ox from your finger, go to the bathroom then replace the pulse ox afterwards and go back to sleep. Do not press any buttons in the middle of the night.
Q.Can I drink alcohol the night of the study:
A. Do not consume alcohol, caffeine or any drugs the day leading up to and the night of the study, as it will severely affect the result.
Q. Are home studies as accurate and reliable as in-lab studies?
A. Home apnea testing is approved for use by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine to test for apnea in many patient populations. Home apnea tests can underestimate the severity of sleep apnea, so in-lab testing might be required in certain patients.
Q. Is an at home sleep study covered by insurance?
A. Ognomy is covered by most major insurances, including Medicare, in most regions. If not covered by your insurance or if you have a high-deductible plan or no health insurance at present, Ognomy offers the most reasonable self-pay options for you.
After scheduling your first appointment with one of our sleep specialists, the Ognomy customer service team will reach out to you to see if you can have your at home sleep study covered by insurance. Prior to your appointment, you are not obligated to pay any costs. You can always cancel 24 hours in advance of your video appointment with no penalty.
Q. What if one of the accessories falls off during the night?
A. Simply place it back into the correct spot and go back to sleep.
Q. How many hours should I wear the test for?
A. For best results, the test should be used for at least 6 hours a night.
Q. Will the belt fit my XL/XS body size?
A. The belts are very flexible and can fit most body types.
Q. Are home sleep tests accurate?
A.Yes! Ognomy sends you a scientifically proven FDA approved home sleep test. A board-certified sleep specialist will review your results.
The Ognomy at-home sleep studies are FDA approved, highly effective, and are shipped directly to your home. The tests will monitor your oxygen and breathing levels and even your pulse rate. Ognomy also provides full instructions to enable you to self-administer the test, so you never have to travel to, or stay overnight, in a sleep test center.
