Pulmonary Function Test: Preparation & Expectations (Spirometry)

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Pulmonary Function Test

Alternate Names : Spirometry

Pulmonary Function Test | Preparation & Expectations | Results and Values

What is involved in preparation for the test?

There is generally no preparation for a pulmonary function test. However, the healthcare provider may request that some medications not be taken prior to the test.

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Author: David T. Moran, MD
Reviewer: H. William Kelly, PharmD
Date Reviewed: 09/25/01

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