Lung function tests to assess lung performance and gas exchange efficiency are available for GP direct access at Finchley Memorial Hospital CDC. They include

• carbon monoxide monitoring
• fractional expiratory nitric oxide (FeNo)
• full lung function tests
• spirometry with bronchodilator response
• spot check pulse oximetry.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusions

• aged 16+
• symptoms of breathlessness, cough or wheeze
• lung or heart problems
• assess treatment for asthma, emphysema, and other chronic lung problems.

Exclusions

• complex mobility
• unstable cardiovascular or respiratory disease/status requiring recent (<six weeks) or repeat admissions to hospital
• transport
• oxygen requirement
• suspected respiratory infection (including COVID-19) in past six weeks
• frequent nausea, vomiting, or fainting episodes
• uncontrolled hypertension
• recent myocardial infarction.

How to Refer