What is pulmonary function testing?
Pulmonary function tests assess the health and performance of your lungs and upper respiratory system. They help identify underlying medical conditions and check how quickly your lungs transfer oxygen to your blood.
It’s important to schedule pulmonary function testing if you regularly experience shortness of breath. Intervention and treatment can prevent your symptoms from worsening and improve your quality of life.
What types of issues can pulmonary function testing detect?
At Medical Associates of North Texas, the primary care providers use pulmonary function tests to diagnose various issues, including:
- Narrow airways in the lungs
- Changes in your body’s ability to transfer oxygen to your blood
- Whether exposure to certain substances (like asbestos) has harmed your lungs
- Measure the effects of diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)
At Medical Associates of North Texas, the team also uses pulmonary function testing to determine if certain medications might be useful and to see if patients qualify for surgery.
When should I consider pulmonary function testing?
Schedule pulmonary function testing at Medical Associates of North Texas if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Shortness of breath
- Coughing
- Difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Coughing up mucus or phlegm
All of these signs indicate an underlying medical issue, like asthma, emphysema, or another pulmonary illness.
What are the types of pulmonary function testing?
Medical Associates of North Texas offers pulmonary function testing, including: Spirometry
Spirometry measures how forcefully you can exhale and how much air you can breathe in to assess your lung function and capacity. The test takes less than 15 minutes and provides key insights into your respiratory health.
To schedule pulmonary function testing, call Medical Associates of North Texas or click the online booking feature today.
