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Cleveland Family Study

11.1 Purpose

The purpose of spirometry is to determine the condition of a patient’s lungs. An instrument called a spirometer is used to quickly and accurately measure the flow rate and volume of air exhaled by a patient while performing a standardized maneuver.

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