Spirometry is a simple, in-office breathing test that measures how well your lungs move air. It's one of the most useful tools for diagnosing asthma, evaluating unexplained cough or shortness of breath, and understanding your lung function over time.
How much air you can move, and how quickly — the core numbers behind an asthma or lung-function evaluation.
We can retest after an inhaler to see how your airways respond, which helps confirm a diagnosis and guide your plan.
Confirms airway narrowing and helps determine severity, alongside your symptoms and history.
Asthma care →Used to track how your breathing is trending, including as part of a broader evaluation that can involve airflow patterns associated with COPD.
Helps rule in or out an airway cause when a cough has lasted more than 8 weeks.
Chronic cough →We'll let you know ahead of time if you should pause certain inhalers before your test.
You'll breathe into a mouthpiece for a few short, guided breaths — typically done in under 15 minutes.
We review your numbers with you during the same visit.
Results are combined with your history and any other testing to shape next steps.
No — it's not invasive. You breathe into a mouthpiece; some people find the deep breaths a little tiring, but it isn't painful.
The test itself is usually done in under 15 minutes, though your full visit may include other evaluation as well.
Sometimes — we'll give you specific guidance about inhalers or other medications when you book.
Yes, for children old enough to follow the breathing instructions consistently — we'll let you know if it's the right test for your child.
Spirometry is a standard tool for evaluating airflow, which can be part of a broader COPD evaluation. Talk with us about your specific history and symptoms.
Book a visit and we'll help determine whether spirometry fits your evaluation.