Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT) in Fairmont, Kingwood, and Mannington, WV

At MedBridge WV, we offer comprehensive pulmonary function testing (PFT) to help assess your lung health and guide your care. Pulmonary function tests are a group of safe, noninvasive evaluations that measure how well your lungs are working. Our experienced team uses these tests to diagnose and monitor conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other respiratory issues. One of the primary tests we perform is spirometry, which measures how much air you can inhale and exhale and how quickly you can exhale. This is essential for detecting diseases that can affect your breathing. We also offer lung volume measurements using advanced techniques like body plethysmography. This allows us to determine the total capacity of your lungs and identify any patterns that may suggest restrictive or obstructive lung disease.
 
Another key component of our pulmonary function testing at MedBridge WV is diffusion capacity testing. This test evaluates how efficiently oxygen moves from your lungs into your bloodstream, giving us important information about the health of your lung tissue. In some cases, we will assess airway resistance and the strength of your breathing muscles. We may also perform a bronchodilator challenge, where you receive medication to open your airways, followed by repeat testing to see how your lungs respond.
 
All of these tests are performed by our skilled respiratory care team to offer chronic care in a comfortable, patient-centered environment. The results help our providers accurately diagnose respiratory conditions, monitor how your lung function changes over time, and tailor treatments to your individual needs. If you are experiencing breathing difficulties or need ongoing lung monitoring, ask our provider about pulmonary function testing and how it can benefit your health.

At our primary care, we are committed to providing comprehensive respiratory care through advanced diagnostic testing, including Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT). PFTs are essential procedures that allow our team to assess how well your lungs are functioning and to develop personalized treatment plans for a variety of respiratory conditions.
Types of Pulmonary Function Tests:
 
• Spirometry: Spirometry is the most common lung function test we perform at MedBridge WV. It measures how much air you can inhale and exhale, as well as how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs. This test is crucial in diagnosing and monitoring conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). By tracking your lung function over time, our clinicians can better tailor your treatment and help you manage your respiratory health effectively.
• Lung Volume Measurement: To gain a complete picture of your lung health, we also measure total lung volumes using advanced techniques like body plethysmography. This test helps us determine the total capacity of your lungs, including the amount of air remaining after a full exhalation—information that cannot be obtained with spirometry alone. Lung volume testing is particularly valuable for identifying restrictive lung diseases, where the lungs are unable to fully expand.
• Diffusion Capacity Testing: Our practice utilizes diffusion capacity assessments, such as the DLCO (diffusing capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide) test, to evaluate how efficiently your lungs transfer oxygen into your bloodstream. This test is especially important for detecting conditions that affect the delicate lung tissues, such as pulmonary fibrosis or emphysema.
 
Each category of pulmonary function testing provides unique and vital information that helps our experienced clinicians accurately diagnose, monitor, and manage a wide range of lung conditions. By offering these comprehensive PFT services, we ensure that you receive the highest standard of care for your respiratory health—all in a comfortable, patient-centered environment.

At MedBridge WV, we prioritize accurate and timely diagnosis of respiratory conditions to ensure our patients receive the best care possible. One of the most common and essential pulmonary function tests we offer is spirometry. This simple, noninvasive test measures how much air you can inhale and exhale, as well as how quickly you can breathe out. Spirometry is a valuable tool for assessing lung function and plays a key role in diagnosing conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other disorders that can affect your breathing. During your visit, our experienced team will have you breathe into a device called a spirometer, which records both the amount and speed of airflow.
 
The results from your spirometry test at MedBridge WV provide critical information about your lung capacity and airflow. This helps our healthcare providers determine the presence and severity of lung diseases, monitor the progression of existing conditions, and tailor treatment plans to your individual needs. Because spirometry is reliable, easy to perform, and offers valuable clinical insights, it is one of the most frequently performed pulmonary function tests. If you have concerns about your breathing or have been diagnosed with a lung condition, ask our team about spirometry testing and how it can help guide your care.

At MedBridge WV, we are committed to providing comprehensive care for patients with respiratory conditions. One of the key diagnostic services we offer is the pulmonary function test (PFT). Pulmonary function tests are a group of noninvasive assessments designed to measure how well your lungs are working. These tests evaluate several aspects of lung health, including lung capacity, airflow, and the efficiency with which oxygen enters your bloodstream. We use PFTs to help diagnose and monitor conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other breathing disorders.
 
When you come to our clinic for a pulmonary function test, you will be guided by our experienced medical team throughout the process. You will be asked to breathe into a mouthpiece connected to a spirometer, a specialized machine that records airflow and lung volumes. The test may involve several breathing maneuvers, such as taking a deep breath and exhaling forcefully or breathing normally for a period of time. For some tests, you may also use a small nose clip to ensure accurate results. Depending on your individual needs, your provider at MedBridge WV may order additional testing, which could include inhaling a special gas mixture. The entire process usually takes between 30 and 60 minutes, including time spent explaining the procedure and making sure you are comfortable.
 
Our staff at MedBridge WV will ensure you understand each step of the test and answer any questions you may have. After your pulmonary function test, you can typically resume your normal daily activities unless your provider advises otherwise.  To consult our professionals, please contact us or book an appointment online. We have three convenient locations in Fairmont, Kingwood, and Mannington, WV. We serve patients from Fairmont WV, Mannington WV, Kingwood WV, White Hall WV, Pleasant Valley WV, Monongah WV, Barrackville WV, Metz WV, Terra Alta WV, Anderson WV, and surrounding areas.