polysomnogram

Definition / meaning of polysomnogram

A group of recordings taken during sleep that shows brain wave changes, eye movements, breathing rate, blood pressure, heart rate, and the electrical activity of the heart and other muscles. A polysomnogram may be used to help diagnose sleep disorders.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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