Spirometry:
Spirometry is a simple test used to help diagnose and monitor certain lung conditions such as Asthma and COPD by measuring how much air you can breathe out in one forced breath.
It’s carried out using a simple device called a spirometer, which is a small machine attached by a cable to a mouthpiece. Spirometry is performed at the Practice by our nursing team.
Appointments are arranged through the Practice.
You’ll be told about anything you need to do to prepare for the test before the day.
If you use bronchodilators (medicines, usually inhaled, that help relax and widen your airways), you may need to stop using it beforehand.
You should also avoid smoking for 24 hours before the test, and avoid drinking alcohol, strenuous exercise or eating large meals for a few hours beforehand.
It’s best to wear loose, comfortable clothing on the day of the test.
FeNO Testing:
FeNO (Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide), is a test for measuring the amount of Nitric Oxide in the exhaled breath of patients. The results of the test can help with the diagnosis of asthma, by showing the level of inflammation in the lungs. A patient’s FeNO level helps improve the accuracy of asthma diagnosis and helps indicate which medications will work best for them.
FeNO testing can be undertaken at the Practice by our nursing team.