The purpose of screening is early diagnosis and treatment.
Screening tests are usually administered to people without
current symptoms, but who may be at high risk for certain
diseases or conditions. Your doctor may give you a test, such as
the Berlin Questionnaire or the Epworth sleepiness scale, to
gain information about your symptoms. The American Academy of
Pediatrics recommends that children are screened for sleep apnea
by asking about snoring. This content is reviewed regularly and
is updated when new and relevant evidence is made available.
This information is neither intended nor implied to be a
substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the
advice of your physician or other qualified health provider
prior to starting any new treatment or with questions regarding
a medical condition. Being evaluated for sleep apnea. American
Sleep Apnea Association website. Available at: . Published May
2005. Accessed September 17, 2008. NINDS sleep apnea information
page. National Institute of Neurologic