The 2026 "Negative Result" Protocol
Despite the tech surge, 2026 clinical standards maintain a strict protocol for "False Negatives."
Persisting Symptoms: If a patient tests negative on a home test but continues to suffer from extreme daytime fatigue, doctors are now mandated to refer them for an In-Lab PSG.
Complex Cases: Home tests are still contraindicated in 2026 for patients with significant heart failure, neuromuscular disease, or suspected narcolepsy, where brainwave (EEG) monitoring is non-negotiable.
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