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Does sputum tests show copd?

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Dr. Eric Chevlen answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Oncology

No.: Sputum is produced as a result of bronchitis, which is a condition separate from COPD. COPD is diagnosed by pulmonary function test.

Answered 1/2/2017

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