WatchPAT Home Sleep Study – Mesa, AZ

The Convenient Way to Get a Sleep Apnea Diagnosis

Document with sleep apnea diagnosis

Before you can get started with your obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treatment, you need to find out for sure whether or not you have this condition. Normally, patients must visit a sleep laboratory to undergo testing. That takes an entire night and can be bothersome! In contrast, we offer a more convenient way for patients in Mesa to get a sleep apnea diagnosis: the WatchPat home sleep study. Continue reading below to learn more.

What Is an At-Home Sleep Test?

Equipment for at-home sleep test

An at home sleep test features a small, easy-to-use device that monitors you while you sleep. It collects data that a sleep expert can analyze to determine if you have OSA, how severe your condition may be, and whether you require further testing for other types of sleep disorders.

An at-home sleep test may capture data about:

  • Your heartrate.
  • Your blood oxygen saturation (low oxygen levels typically indicate breathing interruptions).
  • Your blood pressure (which tends to be higher in individuals with OSA).
  • The movement of your limbs.
  • Your breathing effort.

How Does the WatchPAT® Home Sleep Study Work?

Person in bed, wearing a sleep tracker on wrist

After we make sure that you are a good candidate for a WatchPAT home sleep test, we will send you home with the monitoring equipment. We will also provide some simple instructions that will help you set things up correctly and avoid mistakes that might skew your results.

WatchPAT technology is designed to be user-friendly. Unlike some other home sleep tests, it does not require the use of a nasal cannula or a large belt that you must wear around your chest. Rather, you wear it like a simple wristwatch! It also involves the use of a finger probe and optional chest monitor. Together, these little components can collect a lot of important data.

All you have to do is wear the WatchPAT gear for a night before returning it to us on the next business day. After the data gets analyzed, we will contact you to talk about your results and inform you about your next steps.

Are You a Good Candidate for a WatchPAT® Home Sleep Study?

Snoring man lying on his back in bed

WatchPAT sleep testing is a no-risk diagnostic service that is suitable for almost anyone who is experiencing symptoms of OSA, such as snoring and excessive tiredness. Keep in mind, however, that it is designed specifically to aid in providing a sleep apnea diagnosis. It is not able to provide data that can lead to an accurate diagnosis of other sleep disorders.

The Benefits of At-Home Sleep Apnea Testing

Woman sleeping peacefully in bed

At-home sleep testing offers some exciting benefits:

  • A comfortable process. You get to enjoy the comfort of your own bed and the privacy of your own home.
  • Lower cost. Pricing can vary depending on a number of factors, but generally speaking, at-home sleep tests cost less than those performed in a laboratory.
  • Some people live far from the nearest sleep lab. An at-home test might save you time and fuel!
  • At-home sleep testing often provides accurate results.