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Good afternoon everyone hope everyone is well today

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Bx New York

Can anyone explain what my breathing test results mean that I got done this morning..I’m going crazy and I really can’t wait for the pulmonologist to tell me the results on June 23rd that is along time to wait if anyone knows please let me know thank you all and God Bless

April 16
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Sadly, @A MyCOPDTeam Member, the images are too small / blurry for any of us to read your test results and give you helpful information. If you have a Better Breather’s Club at your local hospital, a respiratory therapist there may be able to help you read the test results if you go to one of their meetings.

@A MyCOPDTeam Member had a great suggestion for trying to educate yourself via ChatGPT, if contacting your doc through the patient portal for an explanation doesn’t work to get you answers sooner.

In general, I think your results are pretty good overall. The machine used looks like a brand, “MediSoft Body Box” per the notes, and I asked this specific question of Google,” how can I read my test results from a pulmonary function test on a MediSoft Body Box?” and it provided a bunch of information that may help you read your test results.

Good luck. Friday night, 17-APR-26

April 17
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I wish you all kinds of good luck on Tuesday @A MyCOPDTeam Member. I don't see many posts from you anymore, are you doing ok? I hope so. Big hugs, Chris

April 18
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I’m sorry, @A MyCOPDTeam Member, but I’m not good at reading abbreviations. I hope your Tuesday appointment went well, and that you are satisfied with your new pulmonologist.

Please update us on the outcome if you’d care to share what happened.

Friday night, 24-APR-26

April 24
A MyCOPDTeam Member

You can also post it on ChatGPT or Grok online. They are great.
BTW… i’ve heard such good things about the hospitals in New York for COPD.

April 16 (edited)
MyCOPDTeam

What do breathing test results typically measure?

Waiting for test results can definitely feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding your breathing. While specific numbers need your pulmonologist's interpretation based on your complete health picture, here's what breathing tests generally measure:

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What do breathing test results typically measure?

Waiting for test results can definitely feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding your breathing. While specific numbers need your pulmonologist's interpretation based on your complete health picture, here's what breathing tests generally measure:

Spirometry (the most common test) measures:
- FEV1 (Forced Expiratory Volume): How much air you can blow out in the first second
- FVC (Forced Vital Capacity): The total amount of air you can exhale when you fully empty your lungs

These measurements help determine if there's airway obstruction and how severe it might be.

Other tests you might have had:
- Peak flow: How fast you can blow air out
- DLCO: How well your lungs exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide
- Blood oxygen levels: The amount of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your blood

The results help doctors understand your lung function and guide treatment decisions. While you wait:

If you're feeling anxious about the wait, that's completely understandable. Try to stay calm and use any breathing techniques you've learned, like pursed-lip breathing. If you're experiencing worsening symptoms or increased shortness of breath before your appointment, don't hesitate to contact your doctor's office - they may be able to move up your appointment or provide guidance sooner.

A MyCOPDTeam member shared similar concerns about waiting for results, and many others understand how stressful this time can be.

April 16

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