What is a pulmonary function test?

The effectiveness of the lungs is determined by a pulmonary function test. The test evaluates lung volume, capacity, gas exchange, and rate of flow, as well as other lung-related characteristics. Your doctor may be able to identify and treat some lung diseases based on the results.

How are pulmonary function tests performed?

Pulmonary function tests can be performed in two ways, depending on the information your doctor needs. In some cases, your doctor may request both tests since they measure different things. To evaluate your breathing, your doctor may use a spirometer (a device with a mouthpiece) or have you stand inside an air-tight box that resembles a telephone booth.

What does a pulmonary function test measure?

A pulmonary function test evaluates several elements of lung health. Here are a few examples:The volume of the lungs when they are entirely full of air is known as total lung capacity.The amount of air you can forcefully expel once your lungs have been completely filled is known as forced vital capacity.After you've expelled as much as you can, the amount of air left in your lungs.Functional residual capacity is the quantity of air left in your lungs after you typically exhale.

Solv / Lab Testing / Pulmonary Function Test / Ohio / Pulmonary Function Testing /

Pulmonary Function Test near me
in Waynesville, OH

Own a clinic? Add your location.

Help patients book appointments with you on Solv. It's free!

Add location

2 instant-book locations

Labcorp

Open until 12:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

500 Ohio Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45255500 Ohio Pike

4.15(432 reviews)

Lab testing

I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.

Eastside Urgent Care, Walk-In Queue

Eastside Urgent Care

View hours of operation

Mon 9:45 am - 5:30 pm
Tue 9:15 am - 4:15 pm
Wed 9:15 am - 5:30 pm
Thu 9:15 am - 4:45 pm
Fri 9:15 am - 3:15 pm
Sat 9:15 am - 3:15 pm
SunClosed
Jun 6Closed

988 Ohio Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45245988 Ohio Pike

4.71(1.2k reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Can't get current appointments. + See booking page

100% of patients recommend this clinic.

I arrived at urgent care and they were friendly and helpful the check-in was fast the staff was helpful and kind the care I received was very good.Dr. Hassan is very nice and answers questions he tells you the things you want to know and you can understand the way he explains to you.

Premier Urgent Care, Centerville

Premier Urgent Care

Open until 9:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

6071 Far Hills Ave, Woodbourne-Hyde Park, OH 454596071 Far Hills Ave

Urgent care

Lab testing

Pulmonary Function Test near me in Waynesville, OH

Own a clinic? Add your location.

Labcorp

Labcorp

Eastside Urgent Care, Walk-In Queue

Eastside Urgent Care

Can't get current appointments. + See booking page

Premier Urgent Care, Centerville

Premier Urgent Care

Fastest Labs, South Dayton

Fastest Labs

Premier Urgent Care, Kettering

Premier Urgent Care

Beavercreek Paternity Testing

Beavercreek Paternity Testing

Premier Urgent Care, Beavercreek

Premier Urgent Care

CareFirst Urgent Care, Wilmington Ohio

CareFirst Urgent Care

Dental Associates Laboratory, LLC

Dental Associates Laboratory, LLC

ARCpoint Labs, Dayton

ARCpoint Labs

Trihealth Laboratory Services

Trihealth Laboratory Services

Compunet Clinical Laboratories

Compunet Clinical Laboratories

Compunet Clinical Laboratories

Compunet Clinical Laboratories

Fastest Labs, North Cincinnati

Fastest Labs

DNA Paternity Testing Laboratory

DNA Paternity Testing Laboratory

DNA Paternity Testing Laboratory

DNA Paternity Testing Laboratory

DNA Paternity Testing Laboratory

DNA Paternity Testing Laboratory

Tri-Health Laboratories

Tri-Health Laboratories

Any Lab Test Now, Forest Park

Any Lab Test Now

Cincinnati Testing Laboratories

Cincinnati Testing Laboratories

Own a clinic? Add your location.

Pulmonary Function Test near me
in Waynesville, OH