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MEASUREMENTS TAKEN DURING THE SLEEP STUDY:

§              Brain waves (EOG) Electrodes are placed on the scalp.

§              Heart waves (EKG) Electrodes are placed on the chest.

§              Eye Movements (EOG) Electrodes are placed above and below the eyes.

§              Muscle Tone (EMG) Electrodes are placed on the chin.

§              Leg movements (EMG) Electrodes are placed on the lower legs.

§             Airflow breathing (sensor is placed underneath the nose)

§             Chest and abdominal breathing (sensors are placed around the chest and

          abdomen outside of your pajamas)

§             Oxygen levels (SpO2) A sensor is attached to your finger.

 

     Further explanation will be given by the sleep technologists at the test center. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us so that we may clear up any confusion.

 

 

 

 

 

Dream Away Sleep Labs     -     3326 Aspen Grove Dr.Franklin, TN 37067     -     615-771-5126
Last Updated August 23, 2006