Pulmonary Function Testing (PFTs)
Understanding Your Lung Health
Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) are essential tools that help doctors assess how well your lungs are working. They measure how much air your lungs can hold, how efficiently air moves in and out, and how effectively your lungs deliver oxygen to your blood.
PFTs are commonly used to diagnose, monitor, and manage conditions such as:
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Asthma
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Pulmonary fibrosis and other restrictive lung diseases
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Other conditions that affect breathing or lung function
What to Expect:
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PFTs are non-invasive, safe, and generally painless
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You’ll breathe through a mouthpiece while our equipment measures airflow, lung volume, and other important parameters
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The test may include deep breaths, forceful exhalations, or normal breathing while measurements are taken
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Most tests take 30 minutes, and you can resume normal activities afterward
Guided by Experts:
Our PFT technicians work closely with you throughout the test. They:
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Explain each step clearly before it begins
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Demonstrate breathing techniques to ensure accurate results
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Provide real-time coaching during the test to help you perform correctly and comfortably
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Monitor your progress and answer any questions to reduce anxiety
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PulmOne MiniBox+™ – Comfortable, Open-Design Testing
At our Camarillo office, we offer the PulmOne MiniBox+™, an advanced, cabinless pulmonary function testing system. Unlike traditional enclosed booths, the MiniBox+™ allows patients to complete lung tests in an open, comfortable environment, while still providing highly accurate results.
Benefits of the MiniBox+™ include:
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Comfort – Open design reduces anxiety for patients who dislike enclosed spaces
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Accuracy – Measures lung volumes and capacities comparable to traditional body plethysmography
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Efficiency – Quick, outpatient-friendly testing
Why PFTs Are Important
Pulmonary function tests help your healthcare provider:
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Diagnose lung conditions early
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Track changes in lung function over time
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Measure how well treatments are working
Guide personalized care plans to improve breathing and quality of life
Why Choose West Coast Pulmonary & Sleep Disorders Center?
Our PFT technicians are highly trained to guide patients through each test with care, ensuring both comfort and accurate results. Combined with modern pulmonary testing technology, we provide reliable data that helps your doctor make the best decisions for your lung health.
Call 805-485-2400 or request an appointment online to learn more and find the location that best suits your needs.
Meet Our Team
The experienced team of medical providers at West Coast Pulmonary & Sleep Disorders Center is here to provide you with top-notch care that goes above and beyond to meet your needs. All of our providers are board-certified in internal medicine and many also hold additional board certifications in pulmonary disease, sleep medicine, and critical care medicine. Our bilingual staff can speak English and Spanish for our patients’ convenience.
