a series of tests that measure how well air is moving in and out of the lungs and carrying oxygen to the blood stream.
Often called "PFT's". A series of tests done (usually in a lab in a hospital) to determine whether a person has breathing problems, and precisely what those problems are. These are used to differentiate among different diseases and disorders. It is sometimes hard for a doctor to tell just by a regular exam whether a person has asthma or another condition, and pulmonary function tests can help clarify the diagnosis. PFT's do not hurt. They involve things like holding your breath, blowing into a tube as hard as you can, and exercising while wearing a special mask.
A test or series of tests that measure many aspects of lung function and capacity; also referred to as lung function tests.
measures how well the lungs are working and include: spirometry, which measures the amount of air the lungs can hold; lung volume tests to measure the amount of air remaining in the lungs after exhaling; and lung diffusion tests and pulse oximetry, which measure the amount of oxygen passed through the lungs to the blood.
Procedures used for measuring how well the lungs are working. The most common tests measure the ability of lungs to move air into and out of the lung.
A group of tests used to assess the condition of the respiratory system. These tests measure the volume of air in the lungs, the flow of air in and out of the lungs and the ability of the lungs to supply oxygen to the body.
a test used to evaluate the capacity of the lungs by measuring the flow of air into and out of the lungs.
set of tests to evaluate the mechanical properties of the lung by studying lung volumes and capacities.
Tests used to determine how well the whole breathing system is working. First, the physical ability to move air in and out of the lungs. Second, the ability to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide within the deep structures of the lungs (the tiny blood vessels and air sacs).
diagnostic tests that help to measure the lungs' ability to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide appropriately. The tests are usually performed with special machines that a child must breathe into.
Measures the lungs ability to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide. The tests are performed by measuring the amount of air that can be maximally exhaled after a maximum inspiration