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Pulmonary Function Testing Systems (PFT): Enhancing Respiratory Health Assessment
Pulmonary Function Testing Systems (PFT) have become essential tools in modern respiratory medicine, offering clinicians a comprehensive understanding of lung health. These systems measure how well the lungs take in and release air, and how efficiently they transfer oxygen into the blood. By providing detailed insight into respiratory function, PFTs are crucial for diagnosing, monitoring, and managing a variety of lung conditions.
At the core of PFT is the measurement of lung volumes, capacities, and airflow. Tests such as spirometry are commonly performed to assess conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and restrictive lung diseases. Spirometry measures the volume of air a patient can inhale and exhale over a specific time, helping to detect airflow obstruction or restriction. Advanced systems also include diffusion tests, which evaluate how well gases such as oxygen pass from the lungs into the bloodstream,…