Spirometry London
Spirometry is a measurement of breathing, specifically the measurement of lung volume and capacity as well as airflow in the lungs and bronchi. During spirometry, both the volume of air exhaled from the lungs and inhaled into the lungs are assessed. The spirometry test allows for the determination of the ventilatory reserves of the respiratory system and also checks for the development of diseases within it. Spirometry is an essential test not only for diagnosing but also for monitoring the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchial asthma, and other conditions that cause narrowing of the airways, thereby impeding normal breathing.
Spirometry Service Pricing
| Consultation + Spirometry | £180 |
| Consultation + Spirometry with Bronchodilator Test | £220 |
| Spirometry (without consultation) | £80 |
| Spirometry with Bronchodilator Test (without consultation) | £120 |
Spirometry Test at Fast Medica
The spirometry test is the most important functional test of the respiratory system, enabling an objective assessment of lung function. The test itself is painless and requires no special preparation, but it should not be performed after intense physical exertion. Spirometry takes just a few minutes. During the test, the patient wears a special clip on their nose to prevent nasal breathing. Breathing is done exclusively through the mouth (using a special tube) while following the instructions of the supervising technician. The patient must inhale and exhale in the correct way and at the appropriate times.
Spirometry is an excellent tool for diagnosing and assessing the severity of lung function disorders, as well as monitoring the effectiveness of treatments for respiratory diseases.
Spirometry – Indications for the Test
In many cases, a pulmonologist refers the patient for spirometry, especially if they complain of shortness of breath, chest pain, or other symptoms. However, people who may not notice symptoms of illness but smoke cigarettes and are over 40 years old should also consider regular spirometry.
Indications for spirometry include:
- Bronchial asthma or suspected asthma,
- Diagnosis of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease),
- Chronic cough or expectoration of large amounts of mucus,
- Wheezing breath,
- Recurring infections,
- Easy fatigue during physical effort,
- Resting or exertional dyspnea,
- Chronic fatigue,
- Chest pain,
- Chest deformities or spinal curvature,
- Smoking cigarettes.