When Doing a Polysomnography (Sleep Test) What AHI Index Do Normal People (Without Sleep Apnoea) Have?
For diagnostic purposes, an apnoea-hypopnoea index (AHI) of 5 indicates presence of sleep apnoea whereas anything less than 5 is not considered sleep disordered breathing.
AHI is the total count of both the apnoea events (complete cessation of breathing) and the hypopnoea events (partial stoppage of breathing). For better diagnosis of sleep apnoea, the physician should look at both the AHI and any accompanying symptoms.
The age of the patient also determines the AHI score indicative of sleep apnoea and that treatment should be commenced. For example, children with AHI greater than one will be put on treatment for sleep apnoea.
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