Lung diffusion testing
From DrKoop's partner site on asthma, MyAsthmaCentral.com
Diffusing capacity; DLCO test Normal Values Normal test results depend on a person's age, sex, and height. What abnormal results mean Abnormal results generally mean that gases do not move normally across the lung tissues. This may mean that lung diseases, such as interstitial fibrosis, sarcoidosis, asbestosis, and emphysema, are present.
Review Date: 08/10/2005  advertisement
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