Among patients with asthma-like symptoms in primary care, testing using home spirometry may be useful for the diagnosis of ...

A 45-year-old woman presents with long-standing exertional dyspnea, wheezing, and intermittent dry cough, which has been ongoing for over the past 10 years.

Spirometry with FVL measurement is a vital component of the patient evaluation for respiratory symptoms, and when a properly performed FVL test is abnormal it should prompt a thorough investigation.

This application note provides an introduction to spirometers and their basic functions. It discusses both laboratory units and portable devices for point-of-care testing, and offers guidance on ...