Pulmonary Function Test Services

A pulmonary function test (PFT) is a medical procedure that measures how well your lungs are working and Delta Health Care given this service for patient. A PFT can help determine if you have any lung problems and may indicate whether you need further testing. A pulmonary function test measures the amount of air that moves through your lungs. This measurement helps our Delta Health care doctors evaluate your breathing ability and identify potential health issues.

Our lungs are responsible for the essential task of supplying oxygen to our bodies, which is crucial for our survival. Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) are an indispensable tool in assessing the health and function of our respiratory system. In this article, we’ll dive deep into what PFTs are, why they matter, and how they are provided in hospitals.

Pulmonary Function Tests, or PFTs, are a group of non-invasive tests that evaluate how well your lungs work. These tests measure various aspects of lung function, such as the capacity to inhale and exhale, the efficiency of oxygen exchange, and the strength of respiratory muscles.

The following tests are commonly performed in a pulmonary function test:

·         Spirometry – measures the volume of air moving into and out of your lungs.

·         Lung capacity – Measures the total amount of air that can move into and out of your chest cavity.

·         Peak flow rate – Measures the speed at which air flows from your nose and mouth into your lungs.

·         Arterial blood gas analysis – Measures the level of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your blood.