Important information: Instructions for your sleep apnea test in our sleep laboratory

If possible, complete and have on hand at your appointment the following document:

• Pre-examination Clinical Summary: Click on the link

Without this document, we cannot interpret your results. If you use a desktop computer, you can complete the documents directly onscreen.

1. Prescription: make sure you have your prescription with you, if you have not already sent it to Biron
2. Arrival time: arrive at the time of your appointment. The preparation and explanation of the test takes approximately one hour.
3. Medication : If you are taking sleeping medication, bring it with you when you go. The health professional on site will validate with you the need or not to take it.
4. Nails: A sensor will be placed on the index finger of your non-dominant hand for the duration of the test. This finger must be free of nail polish or false nails.
5. CPAP machine: if your appointment is for a reassessment of your condition: you must stop using your positive pressure device (CPAP) five nights before your appointment. If your appointment is to readjust the pressure of your device: bring your mask.
6. Beard: For men, it is recommended to have a freshly shaved face. Sensors must be installed on the chin and a beard of a few days makes them difficult to install. This recommendation does not apply to men with long beards.
7. Beverages: Avoid coffee, dark carbonated drinks, chocolate and alcohol for six hours before your bedtime.
8. Personal effects: Wear comfortable nightwear (2 pieces). If you wish, you can bring a pillow or other personal effect for your comfort. Your room is attached to a private bathroom where towels and personal hygiene products are left at your disposal.
9. Health conditions: If you are suffering from severe nasal congestion or an unusual health condition on the day of your test, it would be preferable to reschedule your appointment by contacting us at 1 866 341-4975.

The results of your test will be interpreted by one of our pulmonologist and will be available within 10 to 15 business days on MyBiron.

Following your visit to our service centre, you have received an activation code by email to create your MyBiron account. You need this code to create your account.

Depending on the results, additional fees may be added if further tests and/or treatment are indicated.