ABSTRACT
The advantages and disadvantages of laboratory polysomnograms and home sleep tests are outlined in Table 5. The laboratory polysomnogram can be used to diagnose all types of sleep disorders. During a laboratory polysomnogram, a full data set is obtained and technologists are present to ensure that the data acquisition is uninterrupted. However, laboratory polysomnograms are expensive (usually costing $1200-$2000), personnel-in tensive, and inconvenient for patients who have to travel to a sleep center and sleep over-
Table 5 Comparison Between Laboratory Polysomnograms and Home Sleep Tests
Laboratory polysomnogram Home sleep test
Pro Full data set is obtained. Test is witnessed by technologist:
Equipment problems can be corrected. Patient problems can be addressed.
