The department has a state-of-the-art lung function laboratory. These tests include routine spirometry, assessment of lung volumes, diffusion capacity, histamine provocation tests and exercise testing for exercise induced asthama. In addition equipment exists for respiratory muscle strength testing.
This has recently been upgraded and our current machine offers state of the art polysomrography to diagnose all kinds of sleep disorders. Several patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have been correctly diagnosed and commenced CPAP machines.
