About Pulmonary Function Test
Spirometry measures how much air you can breathe out and how quickly. It is used as part of an assessment of respiratory health.
Tell the centre about recent respiratory illness and relevant medications.
Do not stop inhalers unless your healthcare team instructs you.
Instructions vary depending on the specific test requested.
What spirometry measures
Tell the centre about recent respiratory illness and relevant medications. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.
Reasons for a breathing test
Do not stop inhalers unless your healthcare team instructs you. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.
Preparing for spirometry
Instructions vary depending on the specific test requested. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.
During the test
Tell the centre about recent respiratory illness and relevant medications. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.
Questions to ask before booking
Do not stop inhalers unless your healthcare team instructs you. Please contact our team about the exact examination available and any instructions supplied with your referral. Test information on this page is educational and does not replace individual medical advice.