If you are experiencing breathlessness, persistent coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, or have concerns about your respiratory health, a lung function test can provide valuable insight into how well your lungs are working. At The Doctors Practice in Edgbaston, Birmingham, Dr Bik and Dr Rinku offer lung function testing with same-day appointments available.
Our private respiratory assessments help identify breathing problems, monitor existing lung conditions, and provide reassurance if you are concerned about your lung health.
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Attend a consultation with a GP for a detailed respiratory history and examination. Undergo your lung function testing during your appointment.
A lung function test measures how effectively your lungs move air in and out, how well they are functioning, and how well oxygen is transferred into your blood and bloodstream. It helps support accurate diagnosis of respiratory conditions and monitor ongoing treatment.
You may benefit from a lung function test if you experience:
Lung function testing may assist with diagnosing, assessment, and monitoring of:
Spirometry helps diagnose asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and is useful for distinguishing obstructive from restrictive lung disease.
A fractional exhaled nitric oxide test measures nitric oxide levels in breath and can indicate airway inflammation associated with asthma, which supports managing conditions over time.
If necessary, our doctors can also recommend further investigations or specialist referral pathways.
A lung function test, often known as a spirometry test, is a simple, non invasive test that measures the amount of air you can breathe in and out and how quickly you can empty your lungs.
During the test, you will be asked to take a deep breath and blow into a specialised device called a spirometer, and you may wear a nose clip while breathing into it.
The test helps evaluate:
It provides detailed information, and a low FEV1/FVC ratio can indicate obstructive lung disease.
The procedure is safe, painless, and typically takes between 15 and 30 minutes.
When you attend The Doctors Practice for lung function testing, your appointment will typically include:
One of our experienced doctors will discuss:
You will perform a series of breathing exercises using specialist equipment to measure lung performance accurately, and your breathing assessment may include spirometry reversibility testing. This reversibility testing measures lung function before and after bronchodilator medication.
Dr Bik or Dr Rinku will explain your test results and discuss:
Some findings may suggest the need for further investigation; for example, a low DLCO can indicate damaged alveoli.
Lung function testing can be beneficial for:
If you have ongoing respiratory symptoms, testing can help identify the underlying cause.
Regular monitoring can help ensure asthma remains well controlled and treatment remains effective.
Smoking can have a significant impact on lung health. Testing can assess lung function and identify early changes.
Individuals working in environments with dust, fumes, chemicals, or airborne particles may benefit from regular monitoring.
Those recovering from severe respiratory infections or COVID-19 may wish to assess their lung function following illness.
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To help ensure accurate results, you may be advised to:
Our team will advise you if any inhalers or respiratory medications need to be temporarily withheld prior to testing.
Most lung function tests take approximately 15 to 30 minutes, although your appointment may be longer if a full medical consultation is included.
No. The test is completely non-invasive and painless. It simply involves breathing into specialised equipment.
No referral is required. You can book directly with The Doctors Practice for a private lung function test.
Lung function testing can provide important information that helps diagnose asthma and other respiratory conditions. Your doctor will interpret the results alongside your symptoms and medical history.
Yes. Lung function testing is commonly used to assess the impact of smoking on lung health and identify early signs of respiratory disease.
In most cases, your results will be discussed during your appointment, allowing you to receive immediate feedback and recommendations.
If abnormalities are identified, Dr Bik or Dr Rinku will explain the findings and discuss appropriate next steps, which may include treatment, monitoring, further investigations, or specialist referral.
Our clinic has parking directly outside, so it is easy to access for all.
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