Services
Sleep
Home Video Polysomnography
This test is used in the investigation and diagnosis of a wide range of sleep disorders. The device consists of:
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Electroencephalography (EEG) - Recording the brain waves during sleep
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Electromyography (EMG) - Recording muscle tonus in the legs and on the chin
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Electrocardiography (ECG) - Monitoring heart rate and rhythm throughout the night
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Respiratory effort bands - Abdominal and Thoracic effort
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Oximetry - Recording Sp02% and pulse Rate
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Nasal Canula - Recording nasal air flow
Home Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)
This test will measure how easy is for you to fall asleep in the daytime. This test follows an overnight polysomnography study.
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Electroencephalography (EEG) - Recording the brain waves during sleep
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Electromyography (EMG) - Recording muscle tonus in the legs and on the chin
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Electrocardiography (ECG) - Monitoring heart rate and rhythm throughout the night
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Video
Transcutaneous C02 monitoring
We record transcutaneous CO2 monitoring overnight as a standalone or part of
other sleep studies for the investigation of ventilation disorders.
A heated membrane sensor, which is clipped onto the surface of the skin to record CO2 levels
Respiratory Polygraphy
This test procedure records respiratory parameters over the course of the night and is used to investigate sleep-disordered breathing diagnosing conditions such as sleep apnoea. The device consists of the below:
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Respiratory effort bands (Abdominal and Thoracic effort)
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Oximetry (Recording Sp02% and heart Rate)
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Nasal Canula (Recording nasal air flow)
Actigraphy
This test is used to evaluate circadian rhythms and patterns in activity during the day and the night.
The Actiwatch will record:
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Levels of activity
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Different wavelengths of light
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Patient reported sleep times or other events
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14 days sleep diary
EEG
Electroencephalography (EEG) Routine or extended protocol
The EEG is carried out over a period of 20 minutes (that time excludes set up time). The technique involves the painless attachment of sensors onto the head. These sensors record the EEG signal onto specialised equipment and are analysed by our physiologists.
Electroencephalography (EEG) Extended recording protocol
The extended EEG is similar to the routine EEG but is recorded over a longer period of time, from 4 to 6 hours. The technique involves the painless attachment of sensors onto the head. The EEG sensors are then analysed by our physiologists.
Ambulatory Overnight EEG
The Ambulatory Overnight EEG is similar to the extended EEG, however the sensors that are attached to the head are securely fixed and recording will continue through the night.
Home Video Telemetry (VT)
This test is similar to the Ambulatory Overnight EEG with the sensors being attached more securely. This study is recorded with video over a period of 24 to 72 hours.
Hospital Services
Independent Physiological Diagnostics offers comprehensive sleep services within hospital settings. We are serving as a trusted provider of diagnostic sleep solutions to HCA hospitals such as The Portland Hospital for Women and Children and The Wellington Hospital"
Paediatric Services
