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Spirometry<\/h1>\n

Assess The Strength Of Your Lungs & Diagnose Potential Breathing Issues<\/span><\/p>\n

Spirometry tests are performed by measuring the flow and volume air in and out of the lungs and is an important tool to detect and diagnose a range of lung conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is Spirometry?<\/h2>\n

Spirometry is a common test to assess how well your lungs are functioning. Spirometry tests are performed by measuring the flow and volume air in and out of the lungs and is an important tool to detect and diagnose a range of lung conditions. If a condition is diagnosed, follow up spirometry tests will monitor changes in lung function and guide further treatments.<\/p>\n

Why Take A Spirometry Test?<\/h2>\n

If you are having difficulty breathing, a spirometry test is a quick, painless, and effective way to test for multiple lung conditions. Your doctor may also recommend you take a test if you have an increased risk of developing certain lung conditions.  <\/p>\n

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What Does Spirometry Test For?<\/h2>\n

Spirometry tests are used to diagnose a range of lung and respiratory conditions such as:<\/p>\n

     \/\/<\/span><\/strong> Asthma      <\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Chronic bronchitis     <\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Emphysema      <\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Pulmonary Fibrosis     <\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)     <\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Others disorders that may affect lung function<\/p>\n

Spirometry tests are used to diagnose a range of lung and respiratory conditions such as:<\/p>\n

\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Asthma <\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Chronic bronchitis<\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Emphysema <\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Pulmonary Fibrosis<\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)<\/span><\/strong>\/\/<\/span><\/strong> Others disorders that may affect lung function<\/p>\n

What To Expect During A Spirometry Test<\/h2>\n

A spirometry test generally takes place at your doctor’s office and is completed in about 15 minutes. Before the test is administered, your doctor or nurse will take you through a series of instructions. Listen carefully and ask questions if anything is unclear.<\/p>\n

The test follows a series of short steps.<\/p>\n

2.<\/span> When your doctor tells you to, take a deep breath and breathe out as hard as possible into a tube. Make sure your lips form a tight seal around the tube.  <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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