Sleep clinic

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A sleep study, or polysomnogram, is a test used to determine whether you have a sleep disorder such as insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, or periodic limb movement disorder. Patients are invited to spend a night in the Sleep Laboratory so specialists can observe their sleep and determine the exact nature of any sleep disorder.

On the day of your test

• Arrive at room 1B164 30 minutes before your appointment for check-in.
• Avoid voluntary naps before your study.
• Avoid caffeine for 4 hours before your appointment.
• Take your medications as usual, unless instructed otherwise by your doctor.
• Take a shower or bath before arriving.
• Do not apply any lotion or cream on your skin after washing.
• Inform the Sleep Laboratory of any special needs.
• Complete any questionnaire you received before your arrival.
• The technologist will take 30 to 45 minutes to set up the equipment.

What to bring

• Your valid health card.
• Comfortable sleepwear, preferably pajamas. Some patients prefer to bring their own pillow.
• List of medications (name, dose, and frequency), including any taken at night or early in the morning. The laboratory does not provide medications.
• For diabetic patients, bring a snack or drink.
• Reading material or activities to keep you occupied during waiting periods.
• Personal toiletries (toothbrush, soap, shampoo, etc.). Bathrooms are shared with other patients.
• Money for parking.

Overnight Procedure

• The technologist will welcome you, explain the process, and guide you to your room to prepare.
• Electrodes and sensors will be placed on your head, face, chest, and legs to monitor your sleep, breathing, oxygen levels, and movements. Setup takes about 30 to 45 minutes.
• During the night, the technologist is in an adjacent room to monitor the equipment and ensure the quality of the recording so the physician can make an accurate diagnosis.
• The technologist is always available if you need assistance or wish to use the restroom.

After the study

• The study ends around 6:00 a.m. The technologist will wake you and remove the electrodes. You may then return home.
• Showers are available if you wish to freshen up before leaving.
• The results will be sent to your doctor. The Sleep Laboratory physician will recommend the appropriate treatments and therapies based on your results.

The continuous positive airway pressure test, better known by its English acronym CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure), is offered if you have sleep apnea. CPAP is delivered through a nasal mask. The support pressure is adjusted by a technologist throughout the night, allowing you to breathe normally. This results in improved sleep quality.

On the day of your test

• Arrive at room 1B164 30 minutes before your appointment for check-in.
• Avoid voluntary naps before your study.
• Avoid caffeine for 4 hours before your appointment.
• Take your medications as usual, unless instructed otherwise by your doctor.
• Take a shower or bath before arriving.
• Do not apply any lotion or cream on your skin after washing.
• Inform the Sleep Laboratory of any special needs.
• Complete any questionnaire you received before your arrival.
• The technologist will take 30 to 45 minutes to set up the equipment.

What to bring

• Your valid health card.
• Comfortable sleepwear, preferably pajamas. Some patients prefer to bring their own pillow.
• Arrive at room 1B360 30 minutes before your appointment to check in. Arriving late may result in your appointment being rescheduled.
• Bring your health card and a list of your medications, including dosage and frequency.
• If you already have a CPAP mask, it is recommended that you bring it with you to your appointment. Please contact your supplier and bring the CPAP download with you. You can also ask your supplier to send it to the Sleep Laboratory by fax at 613-907-8007.
• If you have previously had a sleep study at another center, bring your results with you.
• If you have a new equipment request, make sure you have contacted your provider before your appointment.
• List of medications (name, dose, and frequency), including any taken at night or early in the morning. The laboratory does not provide medications.
• For diabetic patients, bring a snack or drink.
• Reading material or activities to keep you occupied during waiting periods.
• Personal toiletries (toothbrush, soap, shampoo, etc.). Bathrooms are shared with other patients.
• Money for parking.

Overnight Procedure

• The technologist will welcome you, explain the process, and guide you to your room to prepare.
• Electrodes and sensors will be placed on your head, face, chest, and legs to monitor your sleep, breathing, oxygen levels, and movements. Setup takes about 30 to 45 minutes.
• During the night, the technologist is in an adjacent room to monitor the equipment and ensure the quality of the recording so the physician can make an accurate diagnosis.
• The technologist is always available if you need assistance or wish to use the restroom.

After the study

• The study ends around 6:00 a.m. The technologist will wake you and remove the electrodes. You may then return home.
• Showers are available if you wish to freshen up before leaving.
• The results will be sent to your doctor. The Sleep Laboratory physician will recommend the appropriate treatments and therapies based on your results.

The MSLT measures your brain activity during the day to assess your level of sleepiness. For this test, you will lie down to take a nap at two-hour intervals. You will be asked to take four or five naps in total. This test shows how long it takes you to fall asleep at different times throughout the day.

On the day of your test

• Arrive at room 1B360 30 minutes before your appointment to check in. Arriving late may result in your appointment being rescheduled.
• After check-in, a Sleep Laboratory technologist will guide you to your room for the day and explain the test procedure.
• The test includes four nap periods, each lasting at least 20 minutes, separated by two-hour intervals between the start of each nap.
• Avoid caffeine (coffee, tea, chocolate, soft drinks) before your appointment.
• Depending on the results, the test will end around 3:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m.

What to bring

• Your health card.
• A list of your medications (name, dose, and frequency), including any you will need during the day. The Sleep Laboratory does not provide medications.
• You may bring a lunch. A refrigerator and a microwave are available.
• Reading materials and/or games to keep you occupied between naps.

The MWT measures brain activity during the day to assess your ability to stay awake at different times. For this test, you will sit in a comfortable reclined chair in a dimly lit room. The test includes four 40-minute quiet periods, spaced two hours apart.

On the day of your test

• Arrive at room 1B360 30 minutes before your appointment to check in. Arriving late may result in your appointment being rescheduled.
• After check-in, a Sleep Laboratory technologist will guide you to your room for the day and explain the test procedure.
• The test consists of four periods, each lasting at least 40 minutes, separated by two-hour intervals between the start of each period.
• Avoid caffeine (coffee, tea, chocolate, soft drinks) before your appointment.
• Depending on the results, the test will end around 3:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m.

What to bring

• Your health card.
• A list of your medications (name, dose, and frequency), including any you will need during the day. The Sleep Laboratory does not provide medications.
• You may bring a lunch. A refrigerator and a microwave are available.
• Reading materials and/or games to keep you occupied between test periods.

An EEG (electroencephalogram) is a medical test that records the brain’s electrical activity using electrodes placed on the scalp. It allows specialists to visualize brain waves and identify abnormalities related to neurological disorders such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, or certain brain conditions. It is a non-invasive, painless test commonly used to diagnose or monitor a patient’s neurological status.

On the day of your test

• Arrive 15 minutes before your appointment.
• Bring your health card and a list of your medications.
• Do not use any hair products (hairspray, gel, or mousse) and do not wear hair extensions.

A sleep-deprived EEG is a test that records the brain’s electrical activity, just like a standard EEG, but it is performed after a night in which the person has slept very little. Sleep deprivation makes certain brain abnormalities more noticeable, helping doctors detect conditions such as epilepsy or specific sleep disorders. The test is safe, non-invasive, and simply involves placing sensors on the scalp to monitor brain signals while the person is tired or falling asleep.

On the day of your test

• Arrive 15 minutes before your appointment.
• Bring your health card and a list of your medications.
• Do not use any hair products (hairspray, gel, or mousse) and do not wear hair extensions.
• Avoid caffeine the day before and the morning of the test.
• Sleep about half of your usual sleep duration: go to bed later than usual and wake up earlier.
  Example: If you usually sleep 8 hours, try to sleep only 4 hours.
• It is important that you are tired at the time of your appointment so that you can fall asleep easily during the study.
• You must be driven to and from your appointment.