Your pulmonologist may recommend pulmonary function tests (PFTs) if you experience symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath, or as a routine part of a physical examination, particularly before undergoing surgery. Opting for pulmonary function testing can assist in:
Pulmonary function testing provides vital insights into your lung health, guiding personalized treatment strategies. Trust your pulmonologist and Marwellus Clinic & Diagnostics for advanced respiratory care.
At Marwellus Clinic & Diagnostics, our patient-centric team is dedicated to providing comprehensive pulmonary function testing services. Our personalized approach ensures accurate results and diagnoses, leading to successful treatment outcomes and improved quality of life. We offer the following types of pulmonary function tests at our Hyderabad facility:
Measures lung capacity by assessing inhalation, exhalation, and residual air in the lungs.
Determines lung volume by measuring air volume at various points of inhalation and exhalation.
Evaluates the transfer of oxygen and other gasses from the lungs to the bloodstream.
Assesses the coordinated function of the heart, lungs, and muscles during physical exertion.
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At Marwellus Clinic and Diagnostics, your health is our foremost priority, and we are committed to delivering exceptional care. Our highly trained and experienced healthcare technicians conduct pulmonary function testing with unparalleled care and compassion. Devoted to your well-being, our team upholds the highest standards of excellence.
We understand the importance of timely results, and our commitment to efficiency ensures swift delivery of pulmonary function testing reports. You can trust our dedicated team at Marwellus Clinic & Diagnostics to provide the highest quality diagnostic services, utilizing both expertise and cutting-edge technology.
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Book An AppointmentGenerally not, though you may feel discomfort like chest pain or shortness of breath. Experienced staff closely monitor you, stopping the test if you're extremely uncomfortable.
Most often, pulmonary function tests are covered, but you need to check about the coverage with your insurance company to determine what coverage is offered.
Depending on your medical condition, avoid smoking for 12 hours before the test, do not overeat before coming to the test, avoid taking your bronchodilators before coming to the test since it may affect the results, notify your doctor if you are pregnant since it may affect your ability to breathe deeply, wear loose and comfortable clothing.
The most common pulmonary function test recommended by pulmonologists is spirometry.
You may experience chest pain, discomfort, or pressure, cough with or without mucus, breathing difficulty, shortness of breath, wheezing, fatigue etc.
A pulmonary function test may typically take between 15 to 45 minutes to complete.