What is it?
Spirometry is a test often used to help diagnose and monitor certain lung diseases such as COPD, Asthma and Emphysema. It is completed by measuring how much air you can breathe out in one forced breath. It is carried out using a device called a Spirometer.

Why I might need it?
Your Primary care provider would most likely want spirometry done to assess your current Lung Condition, to help diagnose a lung condition or to determine your lung capacity and or how well you are responding to your medications.

What happens during Spirometry?
You will be expected to place your lips tightly around the Spirette (individual use) and be asked to take in as big and deep a breath as possible and then blow out as hard and fast as you can. This maximal effort is very important, and testing will be repeated at least three times to get the best results. A max amount of 8 attempts per pre-test and post-test.

BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT:
Please Avoid:
 Smoking within at least 1 h of testing
 Consuming alcohol within 4 h of testing
 Performing vigorous exercise within 30 min of testing
 Wearing clothing that substantially restricts full chest and abdominal expansion
 Eating a large meal within 2 hours of testing
 Bring your own Ventolin if possible
 Do not take any medications (puffers) the day of appointment, but bring your medications with you to us at your appointment.
 If you do happen to take your medications (in case on emergency please take your medications) please call to rebook as test can not be completed
 If you are sick or have ANY type of cough/cold, please call to rebook