Enterprise HealthPFTSpirometry
A pulmonary function test that measures how much and how fast a person can breathe, used in respiratory surveillance.
Key facts
- Measures lung volumes and flow rates (FEV1, FVC).
- Supports respirator clearance and respiratory surveillance.
- Results are trended to catch decline early.
What it means
Spirometry, the most common pulmonary function test, measures lung volumes and flow rates (FEV1, FVC). It supports respirator medical clearance and surveillance for workers exposed to respiratory hazards such as silica, asbestos or coal dust, with results trended over time to catch decline. Quality testing and longitudinal comparison are essential.
Frequently asked
What does spirometry measure?
How much and how fast a person can breathe — key values are FEV1 and FVC. It's the most common pulmonary function test.
When is workplace spirometry used?
For respirator medical clearance and surveillance of workers exposed to respiratory hazards like silica, asbestos or coal dust. Quality testing and longitudinal comparison catch decline early.
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