Chest & Respiratory Medicine (Lungs)

Pulmonary Function Tests are often done to check the functionality of the lungs. These tests are non-invasive and measure lung capacity, lung volume, rates of flow, and exchange of gases. Pulmonary Function Tests can be done with two different methods. They are  Spirometry and Plethysmography. These two methods may also be combined to gather information as per the need of your Pulmonologists. 

In the Spirometry Pulmonary Function test, we use a device with a mouthpiece hooked to an electronic device. 

In the Plethysmography Pulmonary Function test, the person stands on a square-looking air-tight box to complete the tests.

The data collected through PFTs include 

• Tidal Volume

• Minute Volume

• Residual Volume

• Tidal capacity

• Total lung capacity

There are various reasons why your Pulmonologists advise you for a Pulmonary Function Test. Some of these reasons are Allergies, Respiratory infections, Asbestosis, etc. Your healthcare provider may also suggest a PFT test for your routine check-up. 

Heritage Hospitals should be your best choice if you or someone close has been advised for a PFT test. Our excellent results and advanced care help doctors to design better treatment plans.

Bronchoscopy test allows the doctor to look at your lungs and air passage to identify lung diseases and infections caused by bacteria, viruses, etc. In the Bronchoscopy test, a flexible bronchoscope is passed through your nose/mouth, throat and lungs d to perform the test. However, in specific scenarios, a rigid bronchoscope is used if a large object is stuck in your air passage or has profuse bleeding in your lungs. 

Some common reasons your Pulmonologists suggest a Bronchoscopy test include:

• Infection, 

• Persistent cough

• Something unusual was seen during a chest X-Ray. 

There are no specific risks in Bronchoscopy tests; however, some complications include Fever, Collapsed lungs, or bleeding. 

Bronchoscopy test is a minimally invasive procedure that needs Anaesthesia to be performed. You are monitored after the process and aren’t allowed to eat until the numbness in your throat disappears. After the Bronchoscopy test, your doctor might put you on a strict diet. It may also happen that tissues for biopsy are taken during the Bronchoscopy test; those results might take longer because of specimen separation.

Heritage Hospitals should be your best choice if you or someone close has been advised for a Bronchoscopy test. With our advanced care and latest critical facilities, we aim to provide better results.
 

An allergy test is an outpatient skin pricking test to identify various allergens' sensitivity. It shows how one’s lungs respond to specific allergens. An allergy test is a simple, safe, non-invasive and quick result-giving test that helps you manage your heart conditions and avoid triggers. 

In an Allergy test, your skin is pricked, and a small amount of allergen is put under the surface to see the body's response to that allergen. There is no specific age group on which this test is carried out. It can be performed for all age groups and is carried out on the inner forearm. 

The three most common types of Skin allergy care tests include:

• Skin prick testing

• Intradermal skin testing

• Patch testing.

During the test, certain things in your body include more acid production in the stomach, stimulation of nerve endings, widening of blood vessels, etc. Skin prick tests may cause mild discomfort to the patient. If he is allergic to the substance, he may have symptoms like mild fever, runny nose, rashes, etc. 

Heritage Hospitals should be your best choice if you or someone close has been advised to get Allergy tests done. With our specialists who have years of experience and our latest critical care facilities, we strive to provide the best outcomes.

Polysomnography is a sleep test conducted to diagnose sleep disorders. In Polysomnography, pulmonologists record:

• Brain waves

• The oxygen level in your blood

• Heart rate

• Breathing

• Eye and leg movements during sleep

Sleep studies are done at sleep centres or a sleep disorder unit within a hospital. The most appropriate time for this test is at night; however, it is also done during the day for those with night shifts at work. If you are already diagnosed with a sleeping disorder, polysomnography helps determine the patient's treatment plan. A sleep study can also be done at home using different devices. Home sleep apnea test records your breathing and airflow. Some styles also record information on blood vessels.

Polysomnography/PSP test is done to identify when and why your sleep gets disrupted. One typically goes through multiple sleep cycles, and sleep disorders disrupt these cycles and sleep. 

Our Pulmonologists recommend a PSP test when you are diagnosed with 

• Sleep apnea

• Narcolepsy

• Unusual behaviour during sleep

Polysomnography is a non-invasive, painless test; skin irritation is the only side effect caused due to the test sensors attached to your skin. 

Heritage Hospitals should be your best choice if you or someone close has been advised for a Polysomnography test. With our excellent results, advanced care and critical care facilities, we strive to provide better results.