Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
Procedure Title:
Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)
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Appointment Time:
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Where:
You will report to the Admitting area on the 1st floor of Park Tower, Oconee Regional Medical Center.
Purpose :
This test is done to evaluate how well your lungs work. This test can help diagnose lung diseases, measure the severity of lung problems, and check to see how well treatment for a lung disease is working.
Preparation:
Do not use a bronchodilator (inhaler or nebulizer) 4 hours prior to testing. If you are unable to go 4 hours without a bronchodilator, please call your physician. Do not eat a HEAVY meal just before this test as a full stomach may prevent your lungs from fully expanding.
Avoid foods or drinks that contain caffeine the day of the test.
Procedure:
This examination usually takes about one hour. You will be asked to perform various breathing maneuvers. You will be asked to breathe into a mouth piece that is connected to a special machine that measures your lung function and breathing capacity.
After Car
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You may resume all normal activities after the test. Follow up with your attending physician to discuss results. Results usually are available to the physician in 2 business days.
Please call (478) 454-3620 to speak with a respiratory technologist if you have any questions.
Reviewed:
10/15/2008
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