To diagnose chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), doctors typically use spirometry to measure your lung function. They usually also perform other tests to monitor the damage to your lungs.

The ability to predict spirometry-defined COPD was significantly better when a modified lung function questionnaire score was ...

Background: Studies indicate that not all physicians in clinical practice use spirometry routinely in the diagnosis of COPD. Understanding the patterns of spirometry use across geographic regions ...

We've all felt winded when taking the stairs or dealt with a cough from time to time. But if these issues linger, they could be early signs of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

In a recent study, Mass General Brigham researchers demonstrated that through low-cost genetic samples, that can be obtained from a cheek swab or blood test, they can improve identification of people ...

Next, you'll need some tests. The same ones may be used during any stage of the illness: Spirometry. This is a simple breathing test that tells you if you have COPD and what stage it's at.

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The adjusted risk for COPD was elevated among adults who identified as regular cigarette smokers before age 15 years, ...

In the aftermath of the recent wildfires, many residents continue to experience adverse effects on their lung health. By News ...