Diagnostic Studies of Respiratory System

Sputum studies are key in diagnosing respiratory issues, identifying pathogens, and detecting cancer cells. The three crucial sputum studies include Gram …

Description Sputum culture and sensitivity is a medical procedure used to diagnose bacterial infections in the respiratory tract and select the most …

Chest X-rays capture images of the chest, heart, lungs, and blood vessels to screen and diagnose respiratory issues. They detect abnormalities like fluid, …

Magnetic Resonance Imaging or MRI uses magnetic fields and radio waves to obtain detailed images of the lung that help diagnose conditions like pulmonary …

A pulmonary angiogram is an invasive procedure where a catheter is inserted through a femoral vein and threaded through the right side of the heart into …

Bronchoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that visualizes the larynx, trachea, and bronchi. Diagnostic bronchoscopy enables the visualization and assessment …

Thoracocentesis, also known as thoracentesis or pleural tap, involves inserting a large-bore needle through the chest wall into the pleural space using …

Arterial Blood Gas, or ABG, studies are vital for assessing lung function in oxygen delivery and carbon dioxide removal, reflecting ventilation status. It …

Pulmonary Function Tests, or PFT, are diagnostic tools that use a spirometer to measure lung volumes and airflow, recording the amount and rate of air a …

Pulse oximetry is a non-invasive method for continuously monitoring the oxygen saturation or SpO2. Average SpO2 values are above 95%. Readings below 90% …