How to prepare for the test
Do not take any sleeping medication and do not drink alcohol or caffeine-containing beverages before the test.
Why the test is performed
The test is done to diagnose possible
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Excessive daytime sleepiness -
Hypersomnia -
Insomnia -
Narcolepsy -
Obstructive sleep apnea and other breathing difficulties during sleep - Periodic limb movements disorder (frequent movements of the legs during sleep)
- REM behavior disorder (a condition where dreams are physically ”acted out”)
