What is a pulmonary function test?

The effectiveness of the lungs is determined by a pulmonary function test. The test evaluates lung volume, capacity, gas exchange, and rate of flow, as well as other lung-related characteristics. Your doctor may be able to identify and treat some lung diseases based on the results.

How are pulmonary function tests performed?

Pulmonary function tests can be performed in two ways, depending on the information your doctor needs. In some cases, your doctor may request both tests since they measure different things. To evaluate your breathing, your doctor may use a spirometer (a device with a mouthpiece) or have you stand inside an air-tight box that resembles a telephone booth.

What does a pulmonary function test measure?

A pulmonary function test evaluates several elements of lung health. Here are a few examples:The volume of the lungs when they are entirely full of air is known as total lung capacity.The amount of air you can forcefully expel once your lungs have been completely filled is known as forced vital capacity.After you've expelled as much as you can, the amount of air left in your lungs.Functional residual capacity is the quantity of air left in your lungs after you typically exhale.

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Labcorp

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1970 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 371291970 Medical Center Pkwy

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Excellent customer service. Knowledgeably answered all questions. Appointment and billing were fast. Testing next day was on time and professional. Results available within 24 hours. Highly recommend.

Quest Diagnostics

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536 N Thompson Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37129536 N Thompson Ln

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I came in one day without an appoint and waited two hours as a walk-in before I had to leave without being tested. I made an appointment through Quest Lab Testing for the next day, showed up on time, got tested easily and was on my way in 15-20 minutes. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care, Franklin

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care

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509 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064509 Hillsboro Rd

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The health care staff was exceptionally condsiderate and thorough. I felt pretty rough but I felt I was in good hands. I recommend this facility often. I believe that the diagnosis and prescribed treatment was accurate and appropriate. I am on the way to recovery.

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care, Springfield (Browning PCP)

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care

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2006 Memorial Blvd, Springfield, TN 371722006 Memorial Blvd

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I recommend this office all the time. Staff and Dr Matt Browning are wonderful.

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care, Springfield

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care

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2006 Memorial Blvd, Springfield, TN 371722006 Memorial Blvd

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247 W Main St, Hendersonville, TN 37075247 W Main St

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Mid-Cumberland Testing & Occupational Services, Inc

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467 Myatt Dr, Nashville, TN 37115467 Myatt Dr

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Detect Lab

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1187 Vultee Blvd, Nashville, TN 372171187 Vultee Blvd

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My Health Check Lab

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845 Bell Rd, Nashville, TN 37013845 Bell Rd

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Easy Mobile Labs

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149 Space Park S Dr, Nashville, TN 37211149 Space Park S Dr

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ReliaLab Test

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3656 Trousdale Dr, Nashville, TN 372043656 Trousdale Dr

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Health Testing Centers

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1916 Patterson St, Nashville, TN 372031916 Patterson St

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Vanderbilt Pathology Laboratory Services

1313 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 372321313 21st Ave S

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Any Lab Test Now, Nashville

Any Lab Test Now

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114-A 29th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203114-A 29th Ave N

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Any Lab Test Now, Franklin

Any Lab Test Now

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1735 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN 370671735 Galleria Blvd

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Graves Gilbert Walk-In Care, Franklin

Graves Gilbert Walk-In Care

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1112 S Main St, Franklin, KY 421341112 S Main St

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Went to Franklin urgent care this am, felt very bad, everyone was so very nice and caring, was coughing really bad, lower temp for me and provided me with a fan, Everyone went extra mile to make me comfortable. THANKS TO ALL!!!!!!