Breathing, sleep and heart tests, close to home

If your doctor has asked you to have a lung function test, a sleep study or a heart monitor, we can help. Your test is performed by a qualified clinical physiologist who will take the time to explain each step, and most tests are bulk billed.

Call us to book

or phone 1800 475 337

The tests we do

You'll need a referral from your GP or specialist. If you're not sure which test you need, give us a call and we'll talk you through it.

  • Lung function (breathing) tests

    For shortness of breath, a cough that won't settle, asthma or COPD. You sit comfortably and breathe into a mouthpiece while we guide you through each breath.

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  • Sleep studies at home

    For snoring, stopping breathing in your sleep, or waking up tired. We fit a small recorder at a 30-minute appointment, you sleep in your own bed, and you drop it back to us afterwards.

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  • Heart and blood pressure monitoring

    Holter monitoring and 24-hour blood pressure checks. You wear a small monitor while you go about a normal day at home.

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  • Allergy skin testing

    A simple skin prick test to check for common allergies such as dust mite and pollens.

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What to expect

  1. Get a referral

    Ask your GP or specialist for a referral to ERSA. They can send it to us directly, or you can bring it along.

  2. Book a time

    Call 1800 475 337 and we'll find a time at the clinic closest to you.

  3. Have your test

    A clinical physiologist will explain what's involved before you start, and you're welcome to ask as many questions as you like.

  4. Results go to your doctor

    Your results are reviewed by one of our respiratory and sleep physicians and sent to the doctor who referred you. Sleep study results usually take 7 to 10 working days.

What does it cost? Routine lung function tests, eligible sleep studies and heart monitoring are bulk billed, so for most people there is nothing to pay. If you're unsure, just ask when you book.

A note from Shane

Every test at ERSA is performed by a qualified clinical physiologist, not a salesperson. That matters to me, because a good test needs someone who knows what they're doing and has the time to explain it.

Plenty of people feel a bit unsure before their first test. That's completely normal. We'll go at your pace, answer your questions, and make sure your results get back to your doctor.

Shane Power
Director and Accredited Clinical Physiologist

Where to find us

  • Springfield Central
  • Ipswich
  • Southport
  • Upper Coomera
  • Tamborine Mountain
  • Mt GravattLung function tests only, at SmartCare Diagnostics

Addresses and directions are on our locations page.

Questions? Give us a call

Our team is happy to explain any test, help with a referral, or find you a time that suits. Phone 1800 475 337.

Call 1800 475 337Download a referral form

CPAP machines and support

If your sleep study shows you need CPAP, we can help you choose a machine and mask, get set up, and support you afterwards. See our CPAP range.