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A Key Diagnostic Tool for Respiratory Disorders

C omprehensive O verview of R espiratory L ab P anels : A Key Diagnostic Tool for Respiratory Disorders

R espiratory lab panels play a crucial role in the diagnosis, monitoring, and management of respirato ry disorders. These panels consist of a combination of laboratory tests that assess various aspects of respirato ry function, inflammation, infection, and other related parameters.

Respiratory lab panels typically include a range of tests that provide valuable information about respiratory function and related parameters. The common components of respiratory lab panels are: Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs) : PFTs measure lung volumes, airflow rates, and gas exchange parameters. Spirometry, which assesses lung function by measuring airflow, is a fundamental com ponent of PFTs. Other PFTs may include lung volume measurement (plethysmography), diffusing capacity measurement, and bronchial provocation tests. Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analysis: ABG analysis measures the levels of oxygen, carbon diox ide, pH, and other parameters in arterial blood. It provides essential information about respiratory gas exchange, acid-base balance, and the efficiency of ventilation.

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