forced expiratory flow

Introduction

Also see forced expiratory flow (FEF[25-75]).

Indications

• evaluation of obstructive lung disease
  • asthma
  • COPD

Clinical significance

• Flow rate is diminished with obstructive lung disease
  • asthma
  • COPD

More general terms

• pulmonary function test (PFT)

More specific terms

• forced expiratory flow (FEF[25-75])