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Lung function tests Your doctor has requested that we perform a test on your breathing to help guide your medical treatment. Doctors commonly request this test to: minutes. • See if you have any lung disease. • Measure the severity of lung disease. • See if medication will make your breathing better. • Test your lung function before an
Pulmonary function tests are designed to . measure the volume of air you are able to blow out (exhale), the speed at which you can exhale, the size of your lungs and how well the air that you breathe in is travelling to your blood. There is also a test to see if medication may help relieve your symptoms.
Patient information sheet. The respiratory physiology department performs various tests that help with the diagnosis and treatment of patients with breathing problems. Your doctor has requested lung function tests to provide information about the size of your lungs and to assess how well they are working.
A spirometry test is a breathing test that aims to investigate how much air you can blow out and how fast you can do so. It aims to identify any narrowing within the airways and any reduction in lung size. It helps doctors diagnose any lung complaints, to see which treatment is most appropriate for you.
What it is. Spirometry is the most commonly ordered pulmonary function test. It measures the maximal volume of air that one can inspire and expire with maximal effort. It can aid in the diagnosis of lung diseases, monitoring of lung conditions and the evaluation of treatment effectiveness.
Lung function tests are done to: • determine the cause of a breathing problem, shortness of breath, wheeze, or cough. • confirm a diagnosis of lung disease. • measure the severity of lung problems and monitor progress in lung disease. • evaluate a person’s lung function before surgery.
The lung function tests measure your lung size, airflow and how well your lungs are working. Generally, full lung function tests usually take about 45 minutes to complete and it includes a few different tests: Spirometry, Lung Volume (helium dilution) and Diffusion or Gas Transfer which are explained below. Why are Lung Function Tests performed?
