Also known as pulmonary function tests (PFTs), are noninvasive tests that measure how well your lungs work, including airflow, lung volume, gas exchange, and airway function. Types of Lung and Bronchial Function Tests include:
• Spirometry
• Lung Volume or Body Plethysmography Test
• Diffusion Capacity (Gas Exchange) Test
• Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)
• Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) Test
• Bronchial Provocation or Bronchodilator Tests
• Pulse Oximetry and Arterial Blood Gas Tests
• Respiratory Muscle Function Tests