Pulmonary Physiology Services at National Jewish Health
About Pulmonary Physiology Services
Diagnostic Tests and Services
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About Pulmonary Physiology Services at National Jewish Health
The Pulmonary Physiology Services (PPS) at National Jewish Health is part of a world-renowned medical and teaching hospital offering physicians and their patients state-of-the-art pulmonary diagnostic testing to assist with evaluation and treatment of patients. We are active in providing diagnostic testing for a wide variety of clinical patients and research studies. The PPS is recognized as one of the largest leading-edge pulmonary function laboratories in the country providing diagnostic testing, which utilizes recent research for clinical application. Physicians may order testing through the PPS without referring the patient to a National Jewish Health physician. Click here to download the Pulmonary Physiology Request Form.
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Diagnostic Tests and Services Provided
The diagnostic tests assess lung function and efficiency, evaluation of lung size, resistance and specific conductance of the airways, elasticity and compliance of the lung (lung mechanics), complex metabolic exercise testing, and special procedures related to pulmonary physiology. In addition to offering procedures unavailable elsewhere, such as exhaled nitric oxide and lung mechanic measurements, PPS is staffed by a highly qualified team of experts in pulmonary medicine. This combination of technology and expertise gives you access to efficient diagnostic services with unparalleled accuracy.
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Note: This information is provided to you as an educational service of National Jewish Health.
It is not meant to be a substitute for consulting with your own physician.
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