That is the correct spelling of "spirometry" (breathing measurement).
Spirometry is a diagnostic method for measuring gases and respiratory function. Incentive spirometry may be ordered to help patients practice and improve controlled breathing.
The suffix "-metry" in the term spirometry means "measurement." In spirometry, it refers to the process of measuring the volume of air that moves in and out of the lungs during breathing.
Spirometry is covered in medical sciences. Spirometry is a test of the lungs. It's done by putting a plug on the nose, directing all the air to go to the mouth. It measures lung function.
Yes. It is noninvasive.
Yes. A spirometry can be normal but asthma still present so it is important to test for reversibility
no
a chest x-ray
Patients who are unable or unwilling to properly and consistently practice incentive spirometry as prescribed should not receive this form of treatment.
restrictive
Try to relax ! A Spirometry test is just to check your lungs are functioning properly. A full explanation of the procedure can be found in the related link to Wikipedia.
6 weeks following completion of ABX