When spirometry is unavailable, physicians can use the St. George’s Respiratory Questionnaire score plus peak expiratory flow ...

“Formal pulmonary function testing is done with advanced equipment and by respiratory therapists who are specially trained,” Thomas said. “Point of care spirometry is more accessible but ...

Until now, confirmation has required a spirometry test involving forced exhalation. It can take half an hour or more, and that's once you've managed to get an appointment. Dr Simon Rudland, a GP in ...

Primary-care providers (PCPs) should perform an office spirometry test for patients ≥ 45 years old who report smoking cigarettes (current smokers and those who quit during the previous year ...

Until now, confirmation has required a spirometry test involving forced exhalation. It can take half an hour or more, and that's once you've managed to get an appointment. Dr Simon Rudland ...

A revolutionary AI-powered diagnostic test for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is set to be introduced in GP ...

A NEW study highlights the significant impact of time of day and season on bronchodilator responsiveness, suggesting that asthma diagnostic testing may be more effective when conducted in the morning.

“If you have the capability to conduct high quality spirometry where patients perform with maximal effort then go for it,” advised Skalski. Without those criteria, the test is more likely to u ...

When you're pregnant, prenatal tests give you information about your and your baby's health. These tests help spot any problems that could affect them, such as birth defects or genetic diseases.