Spiro → to breathe

metry → to measure

Spirometry → to measure breathing

Spirometry is the most common of the Pulmonary Function Tests (PFTs), measuring lung function, specifically the measurement of the amount (volume) and/or speed (flow) of air that can be inhaled and exhaled. It is an important tool used for generating spirometric curves which are helpful in assessing conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Help Your Practice

Spirometry Training is a site designed to be the single source of information for primary care physicians to learn about Spirometry. Here, you can find everything from the basics, to step-by-step guides to performing spirometry, to summaries of the latest research, and pointers to other great resources.
Endorsements
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The Spirometry 360 program has recently received official endorsement from the International Primary Care Respiratory Group (IPCRG), a multi-national forum for international primary care perspectives in respiratory medicine. IPCRG’s goal is to raise standards of care in individual countries and globally, through collaborative research, innovation, and dissemination of best practice and education. Learn more about this dynamic organization and their good work at www.theipcrg.org.
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How to Begin

This site is organized into five areas that guide you through everything you need to know about primary care spirometry.

Our Programs
Click here to learn more about the three components of Spirometry 360: Spirometry Fundamentals, Learning Labs, and Feedback Reports.

Fall 2012 Spirometry 360 Course
The Fall 2012 Spirometry 360 Course is currently being scheduled. Let us know if you would like more information.

Spring 2012 Spirometry 360 Course Documents

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