Bronchoscopy: Patient Information Guide

What is a bronchoscopy? A bronchoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that is done so that your respiratory specialist can look in your airways. A thin flexible tube with a camera will be inserted through your month or nose and will passed down through your windpipe (trachea) and then your airways. During a bronchoscopy, the specialist […]

CPET: Understanding the Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test Process

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) Cardiopulmonary exercise testing is performed to evaluate your capacity to exercise. It will assess how well your lungs, heart and muscles tolerate exercise and may assist in finding a cause for unexplained shortness of breath. You will be required to exercise for approximately ten minutes on a stationary bicycle. The work […]

Lung Function Test

Understanding Lung Function Testing Lung function tests are specialized procedures that evaluate how effectively your lungs work. Your physician may recommend these tests to assess your respiratory health or investigate symptoms such as persistent coughing or breathing difficulties. This comprehensive guide explains the most common respiratory function tests performed in our laboratory and helps you […]