Pulmonary Function Test - Access Health Care Physicians, LLC
Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) are non-invasive tests that show how well the lungs are working. The tests measure lung volume, capacity, flow rate, and gas exchange. This information can help your healthcare provider decide on the diagnosis and treatment of certain lung disorders. A doctor will order one or more PFTs , also known as lung function tests, to determine how well you are able to breathe and how well your lungs travel to the rest of your body. Effectively send oxygen. If you already have a condition affecting your lungs, your doctor may order this test to see if the condition is progressing or how it is responding to treatment.