List of all tests of : LUNGS

Overview


The lungs are part of the respiratory system, a group of organs and tissues that work together to help one breathe. Each lung is divided into lobes. The bronchial tree running through the lungs is made up of the windpipe, bronchus, bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli.

The main function of the lungs is the process of gas exchange called respiration. In respiration, oxygen from incoming air enters the blood and carbon dioxide, waste gas from the metabolism, leaves the blood.

  • Filtering waste products, excess water, and other impurities out of the blood.
  • Regulating pH, salt, and potassium levels in the body.
  • Regulating blood pressure and the production of red blood cells.
  • Activating a form of vitamin D that enhances calcium absorption.

Types of Lungs Diseases


Common symptoms of Lungs disease are:

  • Tuberculosis (TB)
  • Pneumonia

Influenza (FLU)

The different types of influenza virus families are:

  • Influenza Type A
  • Influenza Type B
  • Influenza Type C
  • Asthma
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Embolism
  • Cystic fibrosis
  • Pulmonary Fibrosis
How is Lung disease diagnosed?

There are various tests used to diagnose various lung diseases.

  • Chest X-Ray
  • CT scans
  • Chest Ultrasound
  • Blood Gas Analysis, Arterial
  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)
  • Immunoglobulin IgE
  • Mantoux Test; Tuberculin Skin Test
  • Interferon Gamma Release Assay (IGRA)
  • Spirometry
  • Oximetry
  • Sputum Culture

Tips for healthy lungs


Following measures can be taken to prevent Lungs disease:

  • Don’t chew tobacco
  • Don’t smoke and avoid secondhand smoke
  • Minimize exposure to outdoor air pollution
  • Avoid exposure to indoor pollutants
  • Get regular aerobic exercise
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water
  • See a doctor regularly to get health checkups
  • Maintain good oral hygiene
  • Get vaccinated against the flu and pneumonia

Blood Tests for Other Body Systems

  • Complete blood count (CBC)
  • Sodium and potassium levels
  • Blood urea nitrogen and Creatinine
  • Fasting glucose
  • TSH


Non Invasive Tests

  • Electrocardiogram
  • Stress EKG
  • Thallium Scan
  • Carotid Ultrasound
  • Holter Monitor


Invasive Tests

Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angiography

Cardiac catheterization is a common procedure that helps to diagnose heart disease. It is also used to treat heart disease by opening blocked arteries with balloon angioplasty and stent placement.
It helps the doctor to know if:

  • The blood vessels in the heart have narrowed
  • The heart is pumping normally
  • The valves in the heart are functioning normally
  • There are any congenital heart abnormalities.
  • The pressures in the heart and the lungs are normal.