How to perform MSLT Test -Part-2 with Team Neurology and Sleep Centre
Channel: Neurology Sleep Centre
Date: 2022-07-02

We already discussed What is MSLT Test and in the current video, we will discuss the procedure of MSLT. 

Procedure-During the Test
A sleep technologist will place sensors on the patient's head, face and chin. These sensors are connected to a computer.
The sensors show when the patient is asleep and awake and are used to determine the onset of REMsleep.
Instructions will be given to take a nap, during each nap, once the lights are off, attempt to fall asleep.
Each nap is in a dark and quiet sleep environment
The patient will be awakened after sleeping 15 minutes
If the patient does not fall asleep within 20mins, the nap trial will end.

Instructions for Patient -During the Day
MSLT is a full-day test that consists of 4 to 5 scheduled naps separated by two-hour breaks. This test is always done following a sleep study that measures your sleep quality and duration.
a. Cell phone must be turned off during testing
b. TV/Radio to be switched off during the testing period
c. During the break, the patient can sit in a chair outside, the testing room and can read books and listen to music.

What is to be avoided/what can you take?
a. Caffeine are not allowed during the day of the testing, but the patient can have juices.
b. Patient can have food

How are Multiple Sleep Latency Test results scored?
 Doctor will review the data, note when you fell asleep during each nap, looks at sleep stages and determine whether you entered REM sleep. 
Patients with narcolepsy have two or more REM sleep stages during an MSLT.
People with hypersomnia fall asleep but do not reach REM sleep during the nap trial.
The night before your MSLT a sleep study is to be performed for better analysis.

If you or your loved ones having excessive daytime sleepiness then might MSLT is to be performed, so please meet sleep expert if your loved ones are facing sleep issues.

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