FENO (Forced Expiratory Nitric Oxide)
FENO (Forced Expiratory Nitric Oxide)
At Ram Krishna Chest Hospital (RKCH), the FENO (Forced Expiratory Nitric Oxide) test helps doctors measure inflammation in your lungs, which can be a sign of asthma or other respiratory conditions.
What Happens During the FENO Test?
- You breathe gently into a mouthpiece connected to a machine.
- The machine measures the amount of nitric oxide in your breath, which indicates lung inflammation.
- The test is quick, painless, and doesn't require needles or invasive procedures.
Why is the FENO Test Important?
The FENO (Forced Expiratory Nitric Oxide) test at RKCH provides valuable insights into lung inflammation levels, aiding in the diagnosis and management of asthma and other respiratory conditions.
- It helps diagnose asthma and monitor its severity.
- FENO levels guide doctors in adjusting asthma medications for better control.
- Regular FENO tests track inflammation levels to prevent asthma attacks and manage symptoms effectively.
Common Reasons for FENO Test:
- Asthma diagnosis
- Monitoring asthma treatment effectiveness
- Chronic cough or wheezing
- Assessing airway inflammation in respiratory diseases
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