About this test

A pulmonary function test measures how much air you can breathe in and out, and how fast. Doctors use it for asthma, COPD, long-term cough and unexplained breathlessness.

You breathe through a mouthpiece following the technician's instructions. A few attempts are repeated to get a reliable reading.

Who it is for

• Asthma, COPD or chronic cough
• Breathlessness on exertion
• Before surgery or for occupational health checks
• Smokers and people exposed to dust or fumes

How to prepare

• Avoid a heavy meal just before the test
• Do not smoke for several hours before
• Ask your doctor whether to skip inhalers that day; do not stop medicines on your own
• Wear loose clothing

What a pulmonary function test measures

A pulmonary function test (PFT), also called spirometry, measures how much air your lungs can hold and how quickly you can blow it out. The main readings are FVC (the total air you can breathe out forcefully), FEV1 (the air you breathe out in the first second), the FEV1/FVC ratio and peak flow.

Doctors compare these numbers with expected values for your age, height, sex and ethnicity. The pattern helps tell obstructive problems, such as asthma and COPD, from restrictive problems, where the lungs cannot expand fully.

How the test is done

• You sit upright and a soft clip is placed on your nose.
• You breathe through a mouthpiece connected to the spirometer.
• On instruction you take a full breath in, then blow out as hard and as long as you can.
• The manoeuvre is repeated at least three times so that the readings are consistent. If advised, the test is repeated after a bronchodilator inhaler to see whether your airways open up.

When is a PFT advised

• Long-term cough, wheeze, chest tightness or breathlessness
• Diagnosis and follow-up of asthma and COPD
• Smokers and people who work around dust, fumes or chemicals (occupational health checks)
• Before some surgeries, and to check how well a treatment is working

Who should be careful

Tell the technician if you recently had a heart attack, chest, abdominal or eye surgery, a collapsed lung, severe uncontrolled blood pressure, a current chest infection or coughing up blood. Your doctor may advise postponing the test. The test needs your best effort, so if you are unwell on the day, say so and we can reschedule.

PFT at home in Delhi and Noida

Our technician brings the spirometer to your home and explains each step, which is useful for senior citizens, people with breathing difficulty and for employees who cannot take time away from work. You will get a printed report with graphs and values for your doctor to interpret.

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Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

When it comes to pulmonary topics, it can be easy to get confused by all the conditions and tests that exist out there. There are hundreds of pulmonary conditions, and each one has different tests used to diagnose it and varying methods of treatment. Lots of patients want to better understand these conditions, but many of them are too shy to really question their pulmonologist about the purpose of each pulmonary fiction test prescribed.

Luckily, there are lots of ways to educate yourself about these tests and conditions online. By the end of this, we hope you’ll find yourself enlightened, educated, and comfortable discussing PFT’s with your doctor.

What are the types of Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs)?
Based on your individual condition, a pulmonologist may order one or more of the following tests:

SPIROMETRY
A Spirometry measures the amount of air you inhale and exhale, as well as the flow of air.

LUNG VOLUMES
This test shows the air volume in your lungs.

DLCO
The DLCO measures the ability of your lungs to transfer gas from inhaled air to blood in pulmonary capillaries.

MAXIMAL VOLUNTARY VENTILATION
This test measures the amount of air you can inhale and exhale in one minute.
OXYGEN TITRATION TEST
The oxygen titration test identifies the amount of oxygen a patient needs, or tests if a patient on oxygen support is receiving the right amount of oxygen.

SIX-MINUTE WALK TEST
This test identifies how quickly you can walk on a flat surface for 6 minutes and measures your ability to perform daily tasks.

METHACHOLINE CHALLENGE TEST
The Methacholine Challenge Test is used for asthma diagnosis in particular and helps to identify asthma or asthma-like conditions using reactive triggers.

CARDIOPULMONARY EXERCISE TESTING
This test measures the patient’s exercise capacity and helps to evaluate the causes of breath shortness or low exercise ability.

FRACTIONAL EXHALED NITRIC OXIDE
This test is mostly used for allergic asthma diagnosis; however, it can also be used for other conditions.

IMPULSE OSCILLATION OR FORCED OSCILLATION TESTING
This test measures your airways and stiffness in your lungs.

HIGH ALTITUDE SIMULATION TESTING
High altitude simulation testing is used for calculating your blood oxygen levels in high altitudes.

What is a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)?
Pulmonary function test (PFT) is a term used for a number of tests that identify your lung function and the ability of your lungs to deliver oxygen to other organs. PFT’s are non-invasive procedures that measure a patient’s lung volume and capacity, flow rates, and gas exchange.

Your pulmonologist may order any of the different pulmonary function tests in order to give you a precise diagnosis on your condition and choose the best treatment plan. In addition, if you have an existing condition, your pulmonologist will order various pulmonary function tests regularly to see whether your body is responding to the treatment.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you really come to my home for this test?

Yes. Our trained technician visits with portable equipment. Share your address on WhatsApp and we confirm the visit slot with you.

Do I need a doctor's prescription?

A prescription helps us run the right test, but you can also book on your own for a routine check. Send a photo of the prescription on WhatsApp if you have one.

Does a PFT hurt?

No. It can make you slightly light-headed or tired because you breathe out forcefully, but the feeling passes quickly. Rest as long as you need between attempts.

Should I take my inhaler before the test?

Ask your doctor. Some tests need you to skip a short-acting inhaler for a few hours, while others are done with the usual medicine. Do not stop any medicine on your own.

Can children have a PFT?

Children usually can from about five or six years of age, as long as they can follow instructions. Younger children may need other tests as advised by a paediatrician.

Is a PFT the same as a chest X-ray?

No. A chest X-ray shows the structure of the lungs and chest. A PFT shows how well the lungs work. Doctors often use both together.

Can the test be done at home and what does it cost?

Yes, our technician can do this test at your home in Delhi and Noida. The current rate is shown on this page. Any visit charge is confirmed on WhatsApp or phone before the technician is sent, so there are no surprises.

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