Why are these tests done?
A doctor may order these tests-
- If one is suffering from symptoms of lung problems.
- As a part of the routine test.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the ongoing treatment.
- To assess if the lungs are functioning properly before surgery.
- Allergies,
- Chronic Bronchitis,
- Respiratory infections,
- Lung Fibrosis
- Scleroderma- a disease that affects the connective tissue,
- Bronchiectasis- a condition in which airways in the lungs are widened and stretched.
- Sarcoidosis- a condition that causes inflammation to the lungs, liver, lymph nodes, skins, eyes and other tissues.
- Pulmonary tumour, etc.