Pulmonary Function Tests - Srivastava MRI and Imaging Centre
Pulmonary function tests are a useful measure to find how
sound your lungs are functioning. The test would cover your well you breathe
and how effectively your lungs are functioning and pouring oxygen to the rest
of your body.
You could be asked to give these tests due to several reasons
such as:
• If you have lung cancer symptoms.
• If you are constantly exposed to a few substances in your
workplace or environment.
• To examine the course of persistent lung disease like
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma.
• Before surgery, to check how well your lungs are
functioning.
• Whether you are allergic.
• Whether you suffer from Asbestosis.
Risks associated with the tests
As pulmonary tests functioning isn't an invasive procedure
and so it is quite safe and as well as quick for most of the people. However,
the person needs to follow a few precise and simple commands. But a few people
might experience some issues such as dizziness along with the test, mild issues
while breathing, coughing, and asthma attack due to deep inhalation. You will
be provided with all the in-time and after effects of the test at PFT test
centre in Delhi.
Preparation for the tests
The healthcare providers at Srivastava MRI And ImagingCentre will explain to you the detailed procedure for the tests. You are free
to ask as many questions as you have in your mind. You would even be asked to
sign on the procedures that permit you to have these tests. Remember to convey
all your health concerns or medicines that you take your healthcare provider.
Also, make sure to take a few medicines before the tests as asked by your
healthcare provider, stop smoking before a few hours of the tests as suggested
by your consultant, eat an appropriate meal before the test, etc. You will be
asked to record your height and weight before the beginning of the procedure to
ensure your results are precisely estimated.
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