Questions tagged [lungs]

Questions pertaining to each of the pair of organs situated within the rib cage, consisting of elastic sacs with branching passages into which air is drawn, so that oxygen can pass into the blood and carbon dioxide be removed.

each of the pair of organs situated within the rib cage, consisting of elastic sacs with branching passages into which air is drawn, so that oxygen can pass into the blood and carbon dioxide be removed. Lungs are characteristic of vertebrates other than fish, though similar structures are present in some other animal groups.

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What is the significance of 1 second in calculations of PFTs

During PFTs (Pulmonary Function Testing), we take FEV1 (Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second) and the divide it by FVC (Forced Vital Capacity). What is so special about FEV in one second, as opposed to a different quantity of time? Why don’t we…

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asked Oct 31 '18 at 20:40

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Does tidal volume have any significance in a pulmonary function test?

In a pulmonary function test (PFT) two important parameters are forced vital capacity (FVC), forced expiratory volume in one sec (FEV1). These are useful for diagnosing obstructive and restrictive lung diseases. Then what is the use of tidal volume…

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asked Nov 17 '18 at 10:44

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how to clean ex smokers lungs

I am ex smoker. I smoked for decade and quit smoking. here on [this link]http://hangover-cure.co.uk/smokers-and-ex-smokers/) I have found a solution for cleansing the lung. is it safe and a possibke way for cleansing the lungs? or any other better…

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