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Hi i have had results of my lung function. spirometry just within normal limits but corrected co is reduced at 74%. i have rhf also?

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Part of lung lost?: The DLCO/Va reflects your lung volume. If it is reduced , that usually means that either part of your lung was removed or something is blocking a part of your lung. You need to be checked out for pulmonary fibrosis as well. Do you keep a budgie at your home?

Answered 7/23/2014

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A member asked:

Hi i have had results of my lung function. spirometry just within normal limits but corrected co is reduced at 74%. i have rhf also?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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