In-Home Sleep Test
The WatchPAT Home Sleep Apnoea Test provides a quick, convenient and affordable way to diagnose Obstructive Sleep Apnoea. You will receive your results within two working days of completing the test.
All home sleep test are independently analysed by in-house, experienced NHS-qualified sleep clinicians, and the equipment offers accuracy comparable to an overnight private sleep study conducted at a hospital or sleep clinic.
To take one of our home sleep studies, you must be 18 or older and have a BMI below 45.
£189.00
Detailed Professional Report
Yes
How it works
Our In-Home Sleep Test provides a quick, convenient and affordable way to confirm Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) in your home.
Our detailed Home Sleep Study uses the revolutionary WatchPAT device, which provides accuracy comparable to Polysomnography (PSG), a method used in hospitals and sleep clinics for in-depth sleep analysis. The WatchPat device monitors your blood oxygen levels, heart rate, body position, body movements, snoring intensity, and, crucially, your Peripheral Arterial Tone – a critical physiological signal that can indicate breathing disturbances during sleep.
Despite being simple to use and comfortable to wear, the information it records gives our sleep technicians a comprehensive picture of your sleep, allowing them to return an accurate result.
Which test option is best for me?
We offer two Sleep Tests – Rapid and Standard. Both sleep studies are the same in terms of price and accuracy; the Rapid tests allow for results earlier than the Standard test because the data is transferred to us via your smartphone rather than waiting for the device to be posted back to us to download.
Before ordering the Rapid test, please ensure you have a compatible smartphone. You can find the Apple app here or the Android app here.
Don’t have a compatible smart device? No problem—you can order the standard test. Your results will take a little longer to arrive as you will need to post the device back to us.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The test requires removal of any form of artificial nails, including acrylic nails, gel nails and nail polish. This is due to the impact on test accuracy.
Is it Safe to Use the Sleep Test with a Pacemaker?
The WatchPAT device is safe for individuals with pacemakers; however, the type of pacemaker you have may influence the results.
For accurate detection of respiratory events, WatchPAT relies on both blood vessel constriction and an increase in heart rate.
If your pacemaker controls your heart rate continuously, making your natural heart rate unavailable, the WatchPAT device may struggle to detect respiratory events accurately.
On-demand pacemakers are compatible with the WatchPAT device, but those with permanent pacing should avoid using it, as the results may be less reliable and clear.
Why choose the In-Home Sleep Test?
Fast Results: Once you complete the sleep study at home, the results will be sent to you within two working days, allowing you to start treatment as soon as possible.
Convenient: The test’s simplicity means you can easily conduct it from the comfort of your home at a time that suits you.
Alternative to the Sleep Clinic: The WatchPAT device provides testing accuracy comparable to sleep studies completed in hospitals and sleep clinics.
Confidential: We do not share your results with anyone but yourself.
The WatchPAT device is the most clinically validated In-Home Sleep Apnoea Test. Its findings align closely with the gold-standard diagnostic tool (Polysomnography) utilised in sleep clinics. Our NHS-qualified sleep clinicians analyse each test and provide a report within your results letter.
What happens after I receive my results?
A confirmed diagnosis of Sleep Apnoea is required to treat the condition. In that case, we will make recommendations for suitable treatment options based on the data recorded, the medical history you provide, and the assessment of the sleep professional who analysed your test. We provide all of the clinically proven treatment options, including CPAP therapy, positional therapy, mandibular advancement devices and more. It will provide detailed information and advice on your suitable treatment methods.
Can anyone take an In-Home Sleep Test?
Our At Home Sleep Study services are only available to people aged 18 or over.
We also recommend not taking this test if your BMI is 45 or above. Any treatment will likely need to be overseen by a specialist, which is a level of care we cannot provide. Instead, we recommend discussing your sleep symptoms with your GP as soon as possible.
Do you use a CPAP machine? If you are an existing CPAP user, it is advised to pause using your therapy for five days before taking a sleep test.
Cancellation
This service commences upon the dispatch of your Sleep Test kit. If any tests remain unused, they can be returned; however, refunds will be limited due to expenses already incurred by Intus in the provision of the test, regardless of it not having been taken.
You can also discuss the result with your GP, as you may wish to continue your path towards treating
Sleep Apnoea through the NHS. With a test that confirms you have the condition, you are likely
to find a referral to an NHS sleep clinic is issued more quickly than if you were describing symptoms alone.
It is likely that the NHS clinic will still want to conduct their own test.
For the 23% that do not get a positive confirmation, you gain some clarity on your current
situation as you can effectively “rule out” Sleep Apnoea. It may not be the answer desired, but it does
provide AN answer – which is that your chances of having OSA are incredibly slim, and so you can eliminate
that from the list of potential causes of your symptoms. You can then start looking at other potential
causes, which is a positive step towards finding a resolution.
We pride ourselves on using the best equipment available, and having all tests analysed by qualified,
experienced and independent sleep specialists, to ensure honest and accurate results. Whatever your result,
we will be on hand to provide support and guidance for your next step.
Description
Our In-Home Sleep Test provides a quick, convenient and affordable way to confirm Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) in your home.
Our detailed Home Sleep Study uses the revolutionary WatchPAT device, which provides accuracy comparable to Polysomnography (PSG), a method used in hospitals and sleep clinics for in-depth sleep analysis. The WatchPat device monitors your blood oxygen levels, heart rate, body position, body movements, snoring intensity, and, crucially, your Peripheral Arterial Tone – a critical physiological signal that can indicate breathing disturbances during sleep.
Despite being simple to use and comfortable to wear, the information it records gives our sleep technicians a comprehensive picture of your sleep, allowing them to return an accurate result.
Which test option is best for me?
We offer two Sleep Tests – Rapid and Standard. Both sleep studies are the same in terms of price and accuracy; the Rapid tests allow for results earlier than the Standard test because the data is transferred to us via your smartphone rather than waiting for the device to be posted back to us to download.
Before ordering the Rapid test, please ensure you have a compatible smartphone. You can find the Apple app here or the Android app here.
Don’t have a compatible smart device? No problem—you can order the standard test. Your results will take a little longer to arrive as you will need to post the device back to us.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The test requires removal of any form of artificial nails, including acrylic nails, gel nails and nail polish. This is due to the impact on test accuracy.
Is it Safe to Use the Sleep Test with a Pacemaker?
The WatchPAT device is safe for individuals with pacemakers; however, the type of pacemaker you have may influence the results.
For accurate detection of respiratory events, WatchPAT relies on both blood vessel constriction and an increase in heart rate.
If your pacemaker controls your heart rate continuously, making your natural heart rate unavailable, the WatchPAT device may struggle to detect respiratory events accurately.
On-demand pacemakers are compatible with the WatchPAT device, but those with permanent pacing should avoid using it, as the results may be less reliable and clear.
