Our clinic provides advanced diagnostic testing to evaluate lung function, breathing patterns and sleep related disorders. Accurate testing is essential for diagnosing respiratory conditions and developing effective treatment plans.
Diagnostic Test |
What it Evaluates |
Common Conditions Diagnosed |
|---|---|---|
| Spirometry | Airflow and breathing capacity | Asthma, COPD |
| Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) | Lung volume and restriction | Pulmonary fibrosis, chronic lung disease |
| Oxygen Saturation Testing | Blood oxygen levels | Respiratory failure, lung disease |
| Sleep Studies | Breathing patterns during sleep | Sleep apnea |
| Chest Imaging Coordination | Structural lung abnormalities | Nodules, infections, fibrosis |
Pulmonary function testing measures how well your lungs move air in and out and how efficiently oxygen enters the bloodstream. These tests are often used to diagnose asthma, COPD and other chronic lung diseases.
Sleep studies evaluate breathing patterns, oxygen levels, and sleep cycles during the night. They are commonly used to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea and other sleep related breathing disorders.
Certain medications affect breathing test results
Improves comfort during breathing tests
Allows easier breathing during lung function testing
Helps physicians compare past results
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