Keuhkoarvoja

Keuhkoarvoja is a Finnish term that translates to "lung values" or "pulmonary values." It generally refers to measurements and assessments related to the function and capacity of a person's lungs. These values are crucial for diagnosing and monitoring various respiratory conditions.

Common keuhkoarvoja include parameters obtained through spirometry, a standard pulmonary function test. These tests measure how much air a person can inhale and exhale, and how quickly they can exhale it. Key spirometry values include Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), which is the total amount of air exhaled forcefully after a deep inhalation, and Forced Expiratory Volume in one second (FEV1), the amount of air exhaled in the first second of this forceful exhalation. The ratio of FEV1 to FVC (FEV1/FVC) is also a significant indicator.

Other keuhkoarvoja may encompass measurements from different types of pulmonary function tests, such as lung volumes (total lung capacity, residual volume), diffusing capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide (DLCO), and assessment of airway resistance. These various measurements help clinicians understand the extent of lung impairment, differentiate between obstructive and restrictive lung diseases, and track the progression of conditions like asthma, COPD, and interstitial lung disease. Interpreting these keuhkoarvoja requires a comprehensive understanding of normal ranges and potential deviations.