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Can a pulmonary function test detect if your lung muscles are properly working? can it rule out anything if you feel like your having breathing issues
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PFTs: There are tests which can indicate respiratory muscle weakness. A pulmonary function test includes a number of measurements, which are helpful in making a diagnosis of obstructive or restrictive disease.
Answered 11/1/2014
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