Respiratory Function Tests
Liver Function Tests
Vital Capacity
Respiration
The act of breathing with the LUNGS, consisting of INHALATION, or the taking into the lungs of the ambient air, and of EXHALATION, or the expelling of the modified air which contains more CARBON DIOXIDE than the air taken in (Blakiston's Gould Medical Dictionary, 4th ed.). This does not include tissue respiration (= OXYGEN CONSUMPTION) or cell respiration (= CELL RESPIRATION).
Respiration Disorders
Forced Expiratory Volume
Measure of the maximum amount of air that can be expelled in a given number of seconds during a FORCED VITAL CAPACITY determination . It is usually given as FEV followed by a subscript indicating the number of seconds over which the measurement is made, although it is sometimes given as a percentage of forced vital capacity.
Maximal Expiratory Flow Rate
Respiratory Physiological Phenomena
Lung
Maximal Midexpiratory Flow Rate
Cell Respiration
Respiratory Mechanics
Pancreatic Function Tests
A new model rat with acute bronchiolitis and its application to research on the toxicology of inhaled particulate matter. (1/4931)
The aim of the present study was to establish a useful animal model that simulates humans sensitive to inhaled particulate matter (PM). We have developed a new rat model of acute bronchiolitis (Br) by exposing animals to NiCl2 (Ni) aerosols for five days. Three days following the Ni exposure, the animals developed signs of tachypnea, mucous hypersecretion, and bronchiolar inflammation which seemed to progress quickly during the fourth to fifth day. They recovered from lesions after four weeks in clean air. To assess the sensitivity of the Br rats to inhaled particles, two kinds of PM of respirable size were tested with doses similar to or a little higher to the recommended threshold limit values (TLVs) for the working environment in Japan. Titanium dioxide (TiO2 = Ti) was chosen as an inert and insoluble particles and vanadium pentoxide (V2O5 = V), as a representative soluble and toxic airborne material. The Br rats exposed to either Ti or V were compared the pathological changes in the lungs and the clearance of particles to those in normal control or Br rats kept in clean air. The following significant differences were observed in Br rats: 1. delayed recovery from pre-existing lesions or exacerbated inflammation, 2. reductions in deposition and clearance rate of inhaled particles with the progress of lesions. The present results suggest that Br rats are more susceptible to inhaled particles than control rats. Therefore, concentrations of particulate matter lower than the TLVs for Japan, which have no harmful effects on normal lungs, may not always be safe in the case of pre-existing lung inflammation. (+info)Cytokines and inflammatory mediators do not indicate acute infection in cystic fibrosis. (2/4931)
Various treatment regimens and difficulties with research design are encountered with cystic fibrosis (CF) because no standard diagnostic criteria exist for defining acute respiratory exacerbations. This study evaluated the role of serial monitoring of concentrations of selected cytokines and inflammatory mediators in serum and sputum as predictors of respiratory exacerbation, as useful outcome measures for CF, and to guide therapy. Interleukin-8 (IL-8), tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha), neutrophil elastase-alpha-1-protease inhibitor complex (NE complex), protein, and alpha-1-protease inhibitor (alpha-1-PI) were measured in serum and sputum collected from CF patients during respiratory exacerbations and periods of well-being. Levels of NE complex, protein, and alpha-1-PI in sputum rose during respiratory exacerbations and fell after institution of antibiotic therapy (P = 0.078, 0.001, and 0.002, respectively). Mean (+/- standard error of the mean) levels of IL-8 and TNF-alpha were extremely high in sputum (13,780 +/- 916 and 249.4 +/- 23.5 ng/liter, respectively) but did not change significantly with clinical deterioration of the patient (P > 0.23). IL-8 and TNF-alpha were generally undetectable in serum, and therefore these measures were unhelpful. Drop in forced expiratory volume in 1 s was the only clinical or laboratory parameter that was close to being a determinant of respiratory exacerbation (P = 0.055). This study provides evidence of intense immunological activity occurring continually within the lungs of adult CF patients. Measurement of cytokines and inflammatory mediators in CF sputum is not helpful for identifying acute respiratory exacerbations. (+info)Effects of acute prolonged exposure to high-altitude hypoxia on exercise-induced breathlessness. (3/4931)
The direct effects of hypoxia on exercise-induced breathlessness are unclear. Increased breathlessness on exercise is known to occur at high altitude, but it is not known whether this is related to the hypoxia per se, or to other ventilatory parameters. To examine the role of high-altitude hypoxia in exercise-induced breathlessness, studies were performed in 10 healthy, normal subjects at sea level and after acute exposure to an altitude of 4450 m. Although the perception of hand weights did not alter between sea level and high altitude, the intensity of exercise-induced breathlessness increased significantly at high altitude. This was associated with a higher minute ventilation and respiratory frequency for any given exercise level, whereas tidal volume was not significantly altered from sea level values. The increased intensity of breathlessness with exercise did not change significantly over the 5 days at high altitude. These results suggest that the increased intensity of exercise-induced breathlessness at high altitude is not related to peripheral mechanisms or the pattern of ventilation, or to the level of hypoxia per se, but to the level of reflexly increased ventilation. (+info)Effect of thoracotomy and lung resection on exercise capacity in patients with lung cancer. (4/4931)
BACKGROUND: Resection is the treatment of choice for lung cancer, but may cause impaired cardiopulmonary function with an adverse effect on quality of life. Few studies have considered the effects of thoracotomy alone on lung function, and whether the operation itself can impair subsequent exercise capacity. METHODS: Patients being considered for lung resection (n = 106) underwent full static and dynamic pulmonary function testing which was repeated 3-6 months after surgery (n = 53). RESULTS: Thoracotomy alone (n = 13) produced a reduction in forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1; mean (SE) 2.10 (0.16) versus 1.87 (0.15) l; p<0.05). Wedge resection (n = 13) produced a non-significant reduction in total lung capacity (TLC) only. Lobectomy (n = 14) reduced forced vital capacity (FVC), TLC, and carbon monoxide transfer factor but exercise capacity was unchanged. Only pneumonectomy (n = 13) reduced exercise capacity by 28% (PVO2 23.9 (1.5) versus 17.2 (1.7) ml/min/kg; difference (95% CI) 6.72 (3.15 to 10.28); p<0.01) and three patients changed from a cardiac limitation to exercise before pneumonectomy to pulmonary limitation afterwards. CONCLUSIONS: Neither thoracotomy alone nor limited lung resection has a significant effect on exercise capacity. Only pneumonectomy is associated with impaired exercise performance, and then perhaps not as much as might be expected. (+info)Pseudo-steroid resistant asthma. (5/4931)
BACKGROUND: Steroid resistant asthma (SRA) represents a small subgroup of those patients who have asthma and who are difficult to manage. Two patients with apparent SRA are described, and 12 additional cases who were admitted to the same hospital are reviewed. METHODS: The subjects were selected from a tertiary hospital setting by review of all asthma patients admitted over a two year period. Subjects were defined as those who failed to respond to high doses of bronchodilators and oral glucocorticosteroids, as judged by subjective assessment, audible wheeze on examination, and serial peak flow measurements. RESULTS: In 11 of the 14 patients identified there was little to substantiate the diagnosis of severe or steroid resistant asthma apart from symptoms and upper respiratory wheeze. Useful tests to differentiate this group of patients from those with severe asthma appear to be: the inability to perform reproducible forced expiratory manoeuvres, normal airway resistance, and a concentration of histamine causing a 20% fall in the forced expiratory volume (FEV1) being within the range for normal subjects (PC20). Of the 14 subjects, four were health care staff and two reported childhood sexual abuse. CONCLUSION: Such patients are important to identify as they require supportive treatment which should not consist of high doses of glucocorticosteroids and beta2 adrenergic agonists. Diagnoses other than asthma, such as gastro-oesophageal reflux, hyperventilation, vocal cord dysfunction and sleep apnoea, should be sought as these may be a cause of glucocorticosteroid treatment failure and pseudo-SRA, and may respond to alternative treatment. (+info)Influence of family factors on the incidence of lower respiratory illness during the first year of life. (6/4931)
In a study of a cohort of over 2000 children born between 1963 and 1965, the incidence of bronchitis and pneumonia during their first year of life was found to be associated with several family factors. The most important determinant of respiratory illness in these infants was an attack of bronchitis or pneumonia in a sibling. The age of these siblings, and their number, also contributed to this incidence. Parental respiratory symptoms, including persistent cough and phlegm, and asthma or wheezing, as well as parental smoking habits, had lesser but nevertheless important effects. Parental smoking, however, stands out from all other factors as the one most amenable to change in seeking to prevent bronchitis and pneumonia in infants. (+info)Urinary cotinine and exposure to parental smoking in a population of children with asthma. (7/4931)
BACKGROUND: Studies of the effects of tobacco smoke often rely on reported exposure to cigarette smoke, a measure that is subject to bias. We describe here the relationship between parental smoking exposure as assessed by urinary cotinine excretion and lung function in children with asthma. METHODS: We studied 90 children 4-14 years of age, who reported a confirmed diagnosis or symptoms of asthma. In each child, we assessed baseline pulmonary function (spirometry) and bronchial responsiveness to carbachol stimulation. Urinary cotinine was measured by HPLC with ultraviolet detection. RESULTS: Urinary cotinine concentrations in the children were significantly correlated (P <0.001) with the number of cigarettes the parents, especially the mothers, smoked. Bronchial responsiveness to carbachol (but not spirometry test results) was correlated (P <0.03) with urinary cotinine in the children. CONCLUSION: Passive smoke exposure increases the bronchial responsiveness to carbachol in asthmatic children. (+info)Fragile lung in the Marfan syndrome. (8/4931)
Two cases of the Marfan syndrome presented with spontaneous pneumothorax. Both had chest radiographs showing bilateral bullae in the upper lung zones and pulmonary function tests consistent with mild emphysema. There were dereases in forced expiratory flow rates at low lung volumes, carbon monoxide transfer factor, and lung elastic recoil. It is suggested that pneumothorax and bullous emphysema in this syndrome are caused by a weakness in the pulmonary connective tissue framework. (+info) Respiration disorders refer to any abnormalities or diseases that affect the respiratory system, which includes the lungs, airways, and breathing muscles. These disorders can cause difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and other symptoms.
Some common examples of respiration disorders include:
1. Asthma: A chronic condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath.
2. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): A progressive lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe, caused by exposure to pollutants such as cigarette smoke.
3. Pneumonia: An infection of the lungs that can cause fever, chills, and difficulty breathing.
4. Bronchitis: Inflammation of the airways that can cause coughing and difficulty breathing.
5. Emphysema: A condition where the air sacs in the lungs are damaged, making it difficult to breathe.
6. Sleep apnea: A sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods during sleep, leading to fatigue and other symptoms.
7. Cystic fibrosis: A genetic disorder that affects the respiratory system and digestive system, causing thick mucus buildup and difficulty breathing.
8. Pulmonary fibrosis: A condition where the lungs become scarred and stiff, making it difficult to breathe.
9. Tuberculosis (TB): A bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs and can cause coughing, fever, and difficulty breathing.
10. Lung cancer: A type of cancer that originates in the lungs and can cause symptoms such as coughing, chest pain, and difficulty breathing.
These are just a few examples of respiration disorders, and there are many other conditions that can affect the respiratory system and cause breathing difficulties. If you are experiencing any symptoms of respiration disorders, it is important to seek medical attention to receive an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Vital capacity
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Spirometer
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Spirometry
... or have limitations that would interfere with vigorous respiratory efforts. Other types of lung function tests are available ... "Interpretative strategies for lung function tests". The European Respiratory Journal. 26 (5): 948-68. doi:10.1183/09031936.05. ... "General considerations for lung function testing". European Respiratory Journal. 26 (1): 153-161. doi:10.1183/09031936.05. ... is the most common of the pulmonary function tests (PFTs). It measures lung function, specifically the amount (volume) and/or ...
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
2005). "Interpretative strategies for lung function tests". European Respiratory Journal. 26 (5): 948-968. doi:10.1183/ ... and pulmonary function testing are collectively in keeping with the diagnosis of IPF or whether the findings are due to another ... Abnormal pulmonary function test results, with evidence of restriction and impaired gas exchange. Some of these features are ... are sometimes used for staging disease and are commonly based on resting pulmonary function test measurements. However, there ...
Hypoxemia
ISBN 978-1-4160-4710-0. Morris A, Kanner R, Crapo R, Gardner R (1984). Clinical Pulmonary Function Testing. A manual of uniform ... A decreased respiratory drive can also be the result of metabolic alkalosis, a state of decreased carbon dioxide in the blood ... 2012). "Respiratory Care: Principles and Practice". Jones and Bartlet Learning (2nd ed.). ISBN 978-0-7637-6003-8. Samuel J, ... Muscle weakness, which may limit the ability of the diaphragm, the primary muscle for drawing new air into lungs, to function. ...
Diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide
Ruppel, G. L. (2009). Manual of Pulmonary Function Testing. ISBN 978-0-323-05212-2 "2017 ERS/ATS standards for single-breath ... carbon monoxide uptake in the lung" (PDF). European Respiratory Journal. Nguyen, Lam-Phuong; Harper, Richart W.; Louie, Samuel ... Commonly, it refers to the test used to determine this parameter. It was introduced in 1909. This test involves measuring the ... 152 pp 2185-2198 (1995). J.E. Cotes 1993, Lung Function, 5th Edition., Blackwell Scientific Publications, London J.E. Cotes, J. ...
Race adjustment
... and lung function tests, to identify the severity of lung disease. Adjustments for race are commonly used in several medical ... oncology and respiratory medicine. Examples include the eGFR to assess kidney function, the STONE score for the prediction of ... and lung function tests, to identify the severity of lung disease. The estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is a measure ... Health Disparities and pulmonary function testing". In Gerald, Lynn B.; Berry, Cristine E. (eds.). Health Disparities in ...
Mineral dust airway disease
Chest X-ray, CT scan of the chest, Pulmonary function tests. Ryu, JH; Myers, JL; Swensen, SJ (2003-12-01). "Bronchiolar ... v t e (Articles with short description, Short description matches Wikidata, Respiratory diseases, All stub articles, ... term used to describe complications due to inhaled mineral dust causing fibrosis and narrowing of primarily the respiratory ... disorders". American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. 168 (11): 1277-92. doi:10.1164/rccm.200301-053SO. PMID ...
Restrictive lung disease
Pulmonary function test demonstrates a decrease in the forced vital capacity. Due to the chronic nature of this disease, the ... In normal respiratory function, the air flows in through the upper airway, down through the bronchi and into the lung ... PULMONARY FUNCTION TESTS A Workshop on Simple Spirometry & Flow Volume Loops. Dr. S. Osborne, Dept. Cellular & Physiological ... The extrinsic causes result in lung restriction, impaired ventilatory function, and even respiratory failure due to the ...
Hyperinflation therapy
The respiratory therapist typically decides which method is best for each patient. Pulmonary Function Testing Respiratory ... v t e (Respiratory therapy, Pulmonology, All stub articles, Respiratory system stubs). ... Hyperinflation therapy (HIT) is a very common therapy performed on patients who have some sort of respiratory distress. The ...
André Frédéric Cournand
Kenéz, J (Nov 1975). "A.F. Cournand, pioneer in respiratory function testing". Orvosi Hetilap. 116 (46): 2725-7. PMID 1105289. ...
Mercury regulation in the United States
... performance deficits on tests of cognitive function. At higher exposures there may be kidney effects, respiratory failure and ... Such deficiency might impact neuronal functions as well as behaviour disorders and learning disabilities for children. Other ... and neonatal neurologic function" (PDF). J. Pediatr. 136 (5): 599-605. doi:10.1067/mpd.2000.102774. PMID 10802490. S2CID ... including registration of chemicals that meet health and safety tests. Until recently, several mercury compounds were ...
Diffusing capacity
2010) Textbook of Respiratory Medicine. 5e. ISBN 978-1-4160-4710-0. Ruppel, G. L. (2008) Manual of Pulmonary Function Testing. ... It is part of a comprehensive series of pulmonary function tests to determine the overall ability of the lung to transport gas ... Koopman M, Zanen P, Kruitwagen CL, van der Ent CK, Arets HG (2011). "Reference values for paediatric pulmonary function testing ... The single-breath diffusing capacity test is the most common way to determine D L {\displaystyle D_{L}} . The test is performed ...
Julius H. Comroe Jr.
Many of the pulmonary function tests still used are based on this work. Comroe investigated topics including reflex control of ... Under his direction, it focused on the field of respiratory physiology. Between 1946-1957, Comroe continued to study breathing ... Comroe, Julius H. (1955). The Lung : clinical physiology and pulmonary function tests (1st ed.). Chicago: Year Book Publishers ... From 1957-1973 he continued his research into cardiac and pulmonary function. At the same time, he developed a highly respected ...
Catecholamine
Blood tests are also done to analyze the amount of catecholamines present in the body. Catecholamine tests are done to identify ... "They have been found in 44 plant families, but no essential metabolic function has been established for them. They are ... Increased catecholamines may also cause an increased respiratory rate (tachypnoea) in patients. Catecholamine is secreted into ... Tests for fractionated plasma free metanephrines or the urine metanephrines are used to confirm or exclude certain diseases ...
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
They also reported respiratory complaints like sore throats, coughing and breathing difficulty. However, tests on lung function ... In the long term, they showed irregularities in their liver function using tests that monitor enzyme levels. However, these ... people can be more susceptible to HCCPD exposure because of their already compromised organ function. Because respiratory ... It was however tested on animals and is postulated to have effects on brain and adrenal glands. In the brain, HCCPD or a ...
Pulmonary fibrosis
Diagnosis may be based on symptoms, medical imaging, lung biopsy, and lung function tests. There is no cure and there are ... Pirfenidone also reduced the decline in distances on the 6-minute walk test, but had no effect on respiratory symptoms. The ... "Tests and diagnosis". Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Archived from the original on 4 July 2014. Retrieved ... However, loss of pulmonary function is commonly ascribed to old age, heart disease or to more common lung diseases.[citation ...
Functional residual capacity
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Acute liver failure
In late pregnancy liver function decreases significantly, which can be easily monitored by blood tests. Early clinical ... Pulmonary haemorrhage, pleural effusions, atelectasis, and intrapulmonary shunts also contribute to respiratory difficulty. ... Initial laboratory analysis Prothrombin time/INR Complete blood count Chemistries Liver function test: AST, ALT, alkaline ... It may vary from subtle deficit in higher brain function (e.g. mood, concentration in grade I) to deep coma (grade IV). ...
Nitrogen washout
Articles with short description, Short description matches Wikidata, Medical tests, Pulmonary function testing, Respiratory ... Nitrogen washout (or Fowler's method) is a test for measuring anatomic dead space in the lung during a respiratory cycle, as ... Both tests use similar tools, both can estimate functional residual capacity and the degree of nonuniformity of gas ... The following describes a single-breath nitrogen test: A subject takes a breath of 100% oxygen and exhales through a one-way ...
Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy
Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) are recommended every 2-3 years, or yearly in those with respiratory involvement. Although the ... Genetic testing can involve single-gene testing or genomic testing. Auxiliary testing can include the following: CAT scan Serum ... Musculoskeletal function can be assessed by a physical therapist or orthopedist. Regardless of extent of disease, cardiac and ... respiratory complications should be monitored for. EKG, holter, and echo are recommended yearly, and additional tests can be ...
Structured light plethysmography
Further analysis uses spectral analysis techniques to monitor trends and changes in respiratory function and alterations in ... ERS 2010 (Orphaned articles from August 2013, All orphaned articles, Respiratory system imaging, Medical tests). ... and processed to form a 3D model and can be interrogated to assess lung function. The system has been tested on over 70 adults ... A Zero-Contact Non-Invasive Method for Pulmonary Function Testing Richard Iles, Rich Wareham, Jonathan Cameron, Juliet Usher- ...
PPP5C
Twenty five tests were carried out on mutant mice and five significant abnormalities were observed. Homozygous mutant males had ... Model organisms have been used in the study of PPP5C function. A conditional knockout mouse line, called Ppp5ctm1a(EUCOMM)Wtsi ... decreased body weight, body length and respiratory quotient. Both sexes had increased T cell numbers and a range of skeletal ... van der Weyden L, White JK, Adams DJ, Logan DW (2011). "The mouse genetics toolkit: revealing function and mechanism". Genome ...
Certified Pulmonary Function Technician
Tests are done both inpatient and outpatient and in specialty clinics such as asthma clinics and sleep centers. Respiratory ... A pulmonary function technician assists a Registered Pulmonary Function Technician with performing function tests on patients. ... is a medical technician who is at least a Certified Respiratory Therapist and at most a Registered Respiratory Therapist that ... therapy "Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT)". National Board of Respiratory Care. v t e (Articles needing ...
Laudanum
Long-term use can also lead to abnormal liver function tests; specifically, prolonged morphine use can increase ALT and AST ... Morphine produces a dose-dependent depressive effect on the respiratory system, which can lead to profound respiratory ... Overdose can result in severe respiratory depression or collapse and death. The ethanol component can also induce adverse ... Intravenous naloxone or nalmefene, quick-acting opioid antagonists, are the first-line treatment to reverse respiratory ...
Brachial plexus block
Significant respiratory impairment can be demonstrated in these people by pulmonary function testing. In certain people - such ... Side effects Temporary paresis (impairment of the function) of the thoracic diaphragm occurs in virtually all people who have ... This nerve supplies motor function to the biceps, brachialis, and coracobrachialis muscles and one of its branches supplies ... which can result in respiratory failure. Because of the close proximity of the lung to the brachial plexus at the level of the ...
Botulinum toxin
... approved an alternative product-safety testing method in response to increasing public concern that LD50 testing was required ... When injecting the masseter muscle of the jaw, loss of muscle function can result in a loss or reduction of power to chew solid ... In severe cases, the toxin can block nerves controlling the respiratory system or heart, resulting in death. Botulism can be ... Other tests, such as brain scan and spinal fluid examination, may help to rule out other causes. If the symptoms of botulism ...
Pulmonary function testing
... (PFT) is a complete evaluation of the respiratory system including patient history, physical ... and tests of pulmonary function. The primary purpose of pulmonary function testing is to identify the severity of pulmonary ... Preoperative testing Pulmonary function testing in patients with neuromuscular disorders helps to evaluate the respiratory ... PFTs are normally performed by a pulmonary function technician, respiratory therapist, respiratory physiologist, ...
Alcohol-induced respiratory reactions
And bronchoconstriction in response to the ingestion was confirmed in the three patients evaluated by pulmonary function tests ... skin patch tests, blood tests, challenge tests, and challenge/elimination tests as conducted for determining the allergen ... tested the effects of alcoholic beverage consumption on the respiratory symptoms of 11 asthmatic subjects who gave a history of ... Alcohol-induced respiratory reactions, also termed alcohol-induced asthma and alcohol-induced respiratory symptoms, are ...
Respiratory disease
... scanning can be useful to detect fluid such as pleural effusion Pulmonary function test Ventilation-perfusion scan Respiratory ... Respiratory diseases may be investigated by performing one or more of the following tests: Biopsy of the lung or pleura Blood ... Obstructive lung diseases are often identified because of symptoms and diagnosed with pulmonary function tests such as ... The study of respiratory disease is known as pulmonology. A physician who specializes in respiratory disease is known as a ...
Coronavirus nucleocapsid protein
"Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus Open Reading Frame (ORF) 3b, ORF 6, and Nucleocapsid Proteins Function as ... Li, Dandan; Li, Jinming (20 April 2021). "Immunologic Testing for SARS-CoV-2 Infection from the Antigen Perspective". Journal ... N also has additional functions in manipulating the cell cycle of the host cell. The N protein is highly immunogenic and ... 2020). "Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 from Patient with Coronavirus Disease, United States". Emerging ...
Scuba set
The function of the BCD, while underwater, is to keep the diver neutrally buoyant, i.e., neither floating up or sinking. The ... Open circuit scuba is considered highly reliable if correctly assembled, tested, filled, maintained and used, and the risk of ... acronym for Lambertsen Amphibious Respiratory Unit) but, in 1952, rejected the term "Laru" for "SCUBA" ("Self-Contained ... There are alternative methods that a person can use to survive and function while underwater, currently including: free-diving ...
Pulmonary agenesis
Lung function is significantly affected in cases of pulmonary agenesis, demonstrated by reduction in forced expiratory volume ... The treatment is dependent on the severity of respiratory impairment and the underlying etiology of the disorder. In most cases ... Prenatal sonographic evaluation, also known as Biophysical profile is frequently used for prenatal testing. High frequency of ... Such procedure is necessary for babies who require airway support so that they are provided with a functioning airway before ...
Childbirth
Opioids such as fentanyl may be used, but if given too close to birth there is a risk of respiratory depression in the infant.[ ... and the maturity of the fetal lung must be confirmed by testing. The ACOG also note that contraindications for induced labour ... some Maya women who work in agricultural fields of some rural communities will usually continue to work in a similar function ... Kumar, Manoj; Paes, Bosco (July 2003). "Epidural Opioid Analgesia and Neonatal Respiratory Depression". Journal of Perinatology ...
Equine anatomy
The horse's respiratory system not only allows the animal to breathe, but also is important in the horse's sense of smell ( ... Heard-Booth, A. N.; Kirk, E. C. (2012). "The Influence of Maximum Running Speed on Eye Size: A Test of Leuckart's Law in ... The skeleton of the horse has three major functions in the body. It protects vital organs, provides framework, and supports ... The genus Equus also has a unique part of the respiratory system called the guttural pouch, which is thought to equalize air ...
Quazepam
Murray A, Bellville JW, Comer W, Danielson L (April 1987). "Respiratory effects of quazepam and pentobarbital". J Clin ... Quazepam induces impairment of motor function and has relatively (and uniquely) selective hypnotic and anticonvulsant ... sleepiness and performance comparing quazepam with flurazepam in two adult populations using the Multiple Sleep Latency Test". ... There is significantly less potential for quazepam to induce respiratory depression or to adversely affect motor coordination ...
Cushing's syndrome
If this test is abnormal, the cortisol may be measured late at night. If the cortisol remains high, a blood test for ACTH may ... Baek JH, Kim SK, Jung JH, Hahm JR, Jung J (March 2016). "Recovery of Adrenal Function in Patients with Glucocorticoids Induced ... Multidisciplinary Respiratory Medicine. 7 (1): 26. doi:10.1186/2049-6958-7-26. PMC 3436715. PMID 22958272. "What are the ... When dexamethasone is administered and a blood sample is tested, cortisol levels >50 nmol/L (1.81 μg/dL) would be indicative of ...
Esthesioneuroblastoma
Histological tests such as keratin, CK5/6, S-100 protein or NSE can be run to further differentiate esthesioneuroblastoma from ... Thus, tumor growth can impinge nerve function and result in vision loss and diplopia. As the tumor metastasizes to the oral ... 1988). Tumors of the upper respiratory tract and ear. Washington DC: Armed Forces Institute of Pathology. pp. 240-248. Stokes ... Head and neck cancer of respiratory tract). ...
Diseases of poverty
Nutrition and immune function: overview". J. Nutr. 126 (10 Suppl): 2611S-5S. doi:10.1093/jn/126.suppl_10.2611S. PMID 8861922. ... Over half of the husbands of HIV-positive women in Africa tested HIV-negative. When HIV-positive women reveal their HIV status ... Because the mouth is a gateway to the respiratory and digestive tracts, oral health has a significant impact on other health ... Sex Differences and Global Health Disparities". American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. 192 (1): 11-16. doi ...
COVID-19 pandemic in Europe
The man tested positive for the virus after being hospitalized for a respiratory infection, and authorities announced plans to ... Starting on 13 March, schools, universities and similar places were closed, while most people in non-essential functions have ... Cases confirmed by a positive test only. The UK reports COVID-19 deaths as those within 28 days of a positive test. In late ... More than 11.7 million RT-PCR tests and more than 7.3 million rapid antigen tests have been processed. An anti-COVID-19 ...
Best Secret GmbH
Best Secret functions as a closed shopping community. The beginning of Schustermann & Borenstein date back to 1924.[better ... 2nd Place for Shopping Club in Online Retail - Test Bild Beste Service Qualität 2017/18 Kolbrück, O (2012). "Morning Briefing: ... Employees complained of airborne contaminants that caused irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract. The product in question ...
Timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom (July-December 2021)
The Day 2 PCR test for returning travellers will be replaced by a lateral flow test from a point later in October. Eight ... Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney says the country's vaccine passport app is up and running and functioning well. ... Omicron affects the upper respiratory tract more than previous variants making it more transmissible and also causing cold-like ... Randox, one of the UK's largest suppliers of PCR tests, commits to providing more drop boxes for the tests after pictures of ...
Stove
See CRECER, Chronic Respiratory Effects of Early Childhood Exposure to Respirable Particulate Matter [1] "Indoor air pollution ... Temperature control was closely managed by burning the appropriate quantity of wood to ash and then testing by inserting hands ... As central heating became the standard in the developed world, cooking transitioned to the primary function of stoves in the ...
Mitochondrial DNA
... the mitochondria lose function and leak free radicals into the cytosol. A decrease in mitochondrial function reduces overall ... mtDNA testing can be used by forensic scientists in cases where nuclear DNA is severely degraded. Autosomal cells only have two ... The concept that mtDNA is particularly susceptible to reactive oxygen species generated by the respiratory chain due to its ... "Hiring a DNA Testing Company Genealogy". Family Search. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 2016. Archived from ...
Selective androgen receptor modulator
While others are still in phases of testing on model organisms such as mice. Ostarine also known as Enobosarm, GTx-024 and MK- ... Bhasin S, Jasuja R (May 2009). "Selective androgen receptor modulators as function promoting therapies". Current Opinion in ... Few participants experienced headaches, decreased appetite, dizziness, upper respiratory infection, fatigue, and anxiety. BMS- ... The British men's 4x100 relay team was stripped of their 2021 Tokyo Olympic silver medal after CJ Ujah tested positive for two ...
Dermal bone
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Bronchoconstriction
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Pectus carinatum (pigeon chest): Symptoms, causes, and treatment
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Pulmonary function12
- Effect of nitrogen dioxide, ozone, and peroxyacetyl nitrate on metabolic and pulmonary function / Deborah M. Drechsler-Parks. (who.int)
- It is unknown whether serial pulmonary function tests are necessary for the correct diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in patients with stable non-congested chronic heart failure (CHF). (springeropen.com)
- However, data on the need of serial pulmonary function measurements are scarce and even lacking in patients with stable chronic HF (CHF). (springeropen.com)
- Pulmonary function tests were normal in five. (cdc.gov)
- The five with abnormal pulmonary function generally had a restrictive ventilatory defect. (cdc.gov)
- Crapo, Robert O. "Pulmonary Function Testing. (jrank.org)
- Data were obtained through a questionnaire, pulmonary function testing and taking anthropometric measurements. (who.int)
- The ence population provide a baseline for current study will provide the only ethnic background was established evaluating the pulmonary function of a large-scale data for eastern and central on a regional basis as specific tribes are subject, based usually on the person's Africa. (who.int)
- A doctor may also request pulmonary function tests if the condition is causing respiratory symptoms. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- We are currently adding audiograms, pulmonary function, and respiratory fit testing to our list of services. (score.org)
- Respiratory status was assessed with high-resolution CT scans, pulmonary function tests, and a respiratory and smoking questionnaire. (medpagetoday.com)
- OBJECTIVE: To assess whether TGlittre in the preoperative assessment of patients who are candidates for thoracic surgery is associated with measures of pulmonary function, body balance, and quality of life and, secondarily, whether TGlittre may be related to postoperative complications. (bvsalud.org)
Infections6
- Details of the patient's history aid in differentiating a common cold from conditions that require targeted therapy, such as group A streptococcal pharyngitis , bacterial sinusitis, and lower respiratory tract infections. (medscape.com)
- Since the respiratory lining is continuous, nasal cavity infections often spread. (jrank.org)
- Many infants and toddlers experience occasional episodes of wheezing caused by respiratory tract infections, but that doesn't mean they suffer from asthma, a chronic disorder that causes swelling and inflammation of the airways. (uclahealth.org)
- Asthma is a chronic lung disease that, in young children, is often triggered by the common cold or other respiratory-tract infections. (uclahealth.org)
- Asthma symptoms are often triggered by allergens, respiratory infections, and exercise. (health.com)
- Viral and bacterial respiratory infections (e.g., common cold, influenza) in infancy and early childhood can affect lung and immune system development and lead to asthma. (health.com)
Inhalation1
- Inhalation typically leads to respiratory distress, fever, and cough followed by the development of pulmonary edema, hypotension, respiratory failure, and possibly death within 36 to 72 hours. (cdc.gov)
Rhinitis1
- Wood dusts are known to cause respiratory disorders like rhinitis and asthma. (who.int)
Diagnosis4
- Early diagnosis by newborn screening and improvement of therapy has raised interest in diagnostic tools to detect lung function impairment early and prior to irreversible lung damage [ 2 - 4 ]. (ersjournals.com)
- An asthma diagnosis is based on your symptoms, medical and family history, and diagnostic test results. (health.com)
- Diagnosis is based on a suggestive history and physical findings coupled with confirmatory testing. (cdc.gov)
- Other testing, such as a fingerstick blood sugar, alcohol and toxicology screen, head CT scan or lumbar puncture may be needed to exclude other causes of altered mental status when the diagnosis of carbon monoxide poisoning is inconclusive. (cdc.gov)
Symptoms2
- Stop the exposure by moving to a fresh non-contaminated environment and treat respiratory symptoms accordingly. (cdc.gov)
- Owing to the patient's respiratory symptoms, an evacuatory thoracentesis was performed. (bvsalud.org)
Chest3
- In cases of respiratory involvement, chest radiography is unremarkable, with modest infiltrates or increased bronchial markings. (medscape.com)
- PFT derangement in patients with SCCLD usually affects Chest X-ray (CXR) the ventilatory and gas exchange functions. (who.int)
- Furthermore, TGlittre is possibly a prognostic test for postoperative complications, especially with respect to chest tube duration. (bvsalud.org)
Disorders2
- Some respiratory disorders are relatively mild and, unfortunately, very familiar. (jrank.org)
- Neuromuscular disorders are a broad range of conditions where the function of voluntary muscle and/or sensory nerve function is affected. (ouh.nhs.uk)
Asthma2
- Our experienced Respiratory Health Nurses and Educators support and educate any person with asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to promote their respiratory wellbeing. (asthmawa.org.au)
- Diagnosing asthma involves a physical examination, medical history review, lung function tests, and allergy testing. (health.com)
Therapists3
- Care provided by respiratory therapists that have completed specialized training in pulmonary medicine to specifically treat patients with pulmonary disease. (newberryhospital.org)
- Our dynamic team includes a range of pediatric specialists as well as social workers, nurses, dietitians, and respiratory therapists who will offer support and education to patients and their families. (uclahealth.org)
- Any orthotics or respiratory equipment used regularly for therapists to review. (ouh.nhs.uk)
Spirometry3
- In Africa, outline spirometry can be used as a screening test for Clinical features asymptomatic SCCLD in the follow-up of SCD. (who.int)
- Spirometry is a breathing test used to investigate respiratory function and disease. (uea.ac.uk)
- RESULTS: Sixteen LCS patients were subjected to resting lung function (spirometry and respiratory oscillometry-RO) and cardiopulmonary performance to exercise (Spiropalm®-equipped six-minute walk test-6MWT and cardiopulmonary exercise test-CPX). (bvsalud.org)
Cystic fibrosis1
- Lung function tests are commonly used to monitor lung disease in cystic fibrosis (CF). While practical, they cannot locate the exact origin of functional impairment. (ersjournals.com)
Toxicity1
- Respiratory changes and toxicity (resulting in euthanasia in extremis) were confirmed in a repeat, head-out plethysmography test, but the effects of DSM421 were much less severe overall when the rats were tested in whole-body chambers. (sri.com)
COPD2
- Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are termed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), in which the airways are obstructed and the respiratory surface is diminished. (jrank.org)
- The body is unable to repair the damage to the lungs brought on by COPD, and the disease can lead to respiratory failure. (jrank.org)
Assessment1
- ESC/ERS guidelines state that, while not all variables need to be assessed, WHO FC and at least one measurement of exercise capacity (6MWD or CPET) should be taken as a minimum, and assessment of right ventricular (RV) function (BNP/NT-proBNP or echocardiography) is recommended. (ersjournals.com)
Renal function1
- Doses of labetalol HCl that controlled hypertension did not affect renal function in mildly to severely hypertensive patients with normal renal function. (nih.gov)
Patients5
- We work with you to achieve improved respiratory health for your patients. (asthmawa.org.au)
- We have compiled a range of resources and educational opportunities to help you support your respiratory patients. (asthmawa.org.au)
- Specific bacterial or viral testing is also warranted in other selected situations, such as when patients are immunocompromised, during certain outbreaks, or to provide specific therapy to contacts. (medscape.com)
- Jaja et al11 have said that the reduced lung function in tions.This article aims to review the chronic pulmonary sickle cell patients may also be related to their smaller complications of SCD in order to increase awareness of stature. (who.int)
- The identification of the most accurate diagnostic test for a particular disease contributes to the prevention of unnecessary risks to patients and healthcare. (uea.ac.uk)
Liver1
- Blood (about 2 tablespoons) will be drawn for routine tests, to check your heart, kidney, and liver function, and for biomarker testing. (clinicaltrials.gov)
Acute1
- Upper respiratory tract infection (URI) represents the most common acute illness evaluated in the outpatient setting. (medscape.com)
Illness2
Traditionally1
- Traditionally, it was diagnosed via microscopic examination with special staining techniques (eg, acid-fast staining, direct fluorescent antibody [DFA], enzyme immunoassays, or immunochromatographic tests for detection of Cryptosporidium antigens). (medscape.com)
Evaluate3
- Many laboratories do not routinely test for Cryptosporidium , and, in many instances, the tests used to evaluate for this organism are insensitive. (medscape.com)
- This blood drawn lab test evaluates the acid-base balance of the blood to learn more about the breathing pattern of the patient and can help evaluate the oxygen level. (newberryhospital.org)
- Each shed is a small scale factory to evaluate the respiratory function of Nigeria employing less than 20 workers. (who.int)
Evaluation1
- BACKGROUND: The Glittre-ADL test (TGlittre) broadly meets the need for an objective evaluation of physical function, using similar activities to those of daily living. (bvsalud.org)
Disease2
- CWHSP has played a major role in tracking the burden of respiratory disease in coal miners and in detecting recent increases in pneumoconiosis affecting coal miners. (cdc.gov)
- Depending on the appearance of the pectus carinatum, doctors may also decide to test for related conditions, such as scoliosis, congenital heart disease , and Marfan syndrome. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Diagnostic test1
- This diagnostic test records the brain activity over a set period of time to determine seizure activity or other neurological conditions. (newberryhospital.org)
Confirmatory1
- Specialized laboratories ( http://www.mywaterquality.ca.gov/monitoring_council/cyanohab_network/docs/cyano_ handout.pdf ) can perform confirmatory testing to identify cyanobacteria and cyantoxins in feces urine, stomach contents (if available), tissues, serum, and water specimens. (cdc.gov)
Adult1
- Participants receive Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs) for adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). (clinicaltrials.gov)
Diseases1
- It is not surprising that respiratory diseases occur, in spite of the body's defenses. (jrank.org)
Diarrhea1
- Diarrhea causes volume depletion, so urea and electrolyte tests are used to assess electrolyte and volume replacement requirements. (medscape.com)
Voluntary1
- Maximal respiratory pressures and voluntary ventilation. (bvsalud.org)
Search1
- Results of search for 'su:{Respiratory function tests. (who.int)
Continuous1
- Mitochondria have diverse functions and are essential organelles that require continuous surveillance to maintain their function. (nature.com)
Fever1
- Respiratory effects can include atypical pneumonia and a hay fever-like syndrome. (cdc.gov)
Methods1
- Cryptosporidium infection can be difficult to diagnose via standard methods and is often missed unless specific tests are performed. (medscape.com)
Abstract1
- ABSTRACT To determine normal values of respiratory function for Sudanese, a randomized stratified cross- sectional study was performed on 2250 healthy Sudanese aged 7-86 years in 2002-05. (who.int)
Underwent1
- 40 children with CF (median (range) age 12.0 (6-18) years) and 12 healthy age-matched controls underwent functional and structural MRI and lung function tests on the same day. (ersjournals.com)
Heart2
- This is a test that records the electrical activity of the rhythm of the heart. (newberryhospital.org)
- The limb, trunk, heart and respiratory muscles can be affected. (ouh.nhs.uk)
Results2
- Tests of nasopharyngeal specimens for specific pathogens are helpful when targeted therapy depends on the results (eg, group A streptococcal infection, gonococcus, pertussis). (medscape.com)
- By having the results of this test, the physician can make more informed decisions to meet the need of the patient. (newberryhospital.org)
Pollution1
- The respiratory system is open to airborne microbes and to outside pollution . (jrank.org)
Normal2
Assays1
- When tested in a core battery of safety pharmacology assays, DSM421 did not produce any effects at oral doses up to 750 mg/kg in an Irwin test in rats, but a respiratory study in rats using head-out plethysmography resulted in substantial changes in respiratory function as well as moribundity and mortality at that and lower doses. (sri.com)
