PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTING

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PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTING2019-04-04T14:30:39+00:00

Pulmonary function testing

Pulmonary function testing (PFT) is a complete evaluation of the respiratory system including patient history, physical examinations, chest x-ray examinations, arterial blood gas analysis, and tests of pulmonary function. The primary purpose of pulmonary function testing is to identify the severity of pulmonary impairment.[1] Pulmonary function testing has diagnostic and therapeutic roles and helps clinicians answer some general questions about patients with lung disease. PFTs are normally performed by a respiratory therapist

Pulmonary function tests are done to: Diagnose certain types of lung disease, such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. Find the cause of shortness of breath. Measure whether exposure to chemicals at work affects lung function