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Routine PFT (Spirometry) -Delhi

Routine PFT (Spirometry) - Delhi

PFT

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Routine PFT (Spirometry)

PFT stands for Pulmonary Function Test, which is a non-invasive and evaluate lung volume, capacity, and how efficiently oxygen is transferred to your bloodstream, helping to diagnose, monitor, and manage respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD. No fasting required.In case of asthma, please do bring your inhaler.. Please follow instructions of the video shown by the techie. Will be asked to breathe in deeply, breathe out forcefuly, continous inhale & exhale & normal breathing. In post brochodilator study, normal FVL part is carried out after giving medicine via inhaler which is repeated after 10 minutes. PFT is essential for diagnosing diseases like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis and other breathing disorders. Helps in assessing lung function before surgeries and monitor the effectiveness of medications. The test is safe, painless, and suitable for people of all ages. By providing precise and objective measurements, PFTs help doctors adjust treatment plans.

1) If patient is asthmatic, to bring their puff with them to tackle any emergency. 
2) If there is history of cough with heamoptysis / active pulmonary tuberculosis (sputum positive) then PFT is contraindicated.
3) Patient should be able to follow instructions given by techies.
4) Recent admission because of heart disease.

  • Home Collection

    Home Collection: Not Available

  • Reports Available: 1 Day

  • Description

    PFT

     

    Spirometry is the most common type of pulmonary function test (PFT). It is available at the Delhi and Noida facilities. This test measures how much air one can breathe in and out of your lungs, as well as how easily and fast they can blow the air out of your lungs. It is indicated if one has wheezing, shortness of breath, or a cough. This can help diagnose chronic lung disease, such as COPD, asthma, or pulmonary fibrosis, or can be done to check lung function before a surgery. Spirometry may be done to determine if the disease is improving or worsening and whether the medications or inhalers are working properly.1 Spirometry is generally a safe test. You may feel short of breath or dizzy for a moment after you perform the test.2

     

    References:

    1. https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-procedures-and-tests/spirometry (Accessed on 11/19/2022)
    2. https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/spirometry/about/pac-20385201 (Accessed on 11/19/2022)
TAT Policy

The Turnaround Time (TAT) for a test depends on the following factors:

  • Registration date and time
  • Type of scan or test
  • Scan time or sample collection time

Please note that in uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to the complexity of the test or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed about the estimated TAT at the time of registration or after completion of the test.

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