1. Tell your primary care physician that you suspect that you have a sleep disorder.
   
2. Your doctor will send your information to the sleep lab.
   
3. The sleep lab will contact you. You will be scheduled for an appointment and will be asked to answer a series of questions over the phone to help determine what kind of sleep disorder you may have.
   
4. Lion Sleep Labs will send you directions and a brochure with instructions.
   
5. You will arrive at the sleep lab 2 hours prior to your normal bedtime.
   
6. A technician will greet you and help you get settled in.
   
7. The technician will attach sensors to various parts of your skin with a special paste and tape to ensure that the sensors will stay on no matter how much you move around.
   
8. You will have time to read or watch TV before bedtime.
   
9. Once in bed you can get a drink of water or get up and use the restroom as much as needed.
   
10. You will be able to leave after you wake up in the morning, unless you are scheduled for daytime testing.
    
11. Schedule an appointment with your primary care doctor about 2-3 weeks after your sleep test to go over your results.
    
12. Once you are found to have a sleeping disorder and you and your doctor decide what treatment is appropriate, it is up to your doctor to order this treatment from the correct source. Just double check on insurance coverage, it varies.

DISCLAIMER:The information provided is not intended to be medical advice. If you suspect you have a sleep disorder you should seek care from a qualified professional.