Test Overview
A home lung function test uses a
or a home spirometer to monitor and evaluate any breathing problems you may have
on a day-to-day basis. A peak flow meter allows you to measure your
. A home spirometer allows you to measure your forced expiratory volume at 1 second (FEV1).
If you have a lung
disease, such as
, your doctor may test your peak inspiratory
flow (PIF) and peak expiratory flow (PEF) to measure the amount of air you can
inhale and exhale. This is part of a more complete lung function test.