Spirometry Testing in Shah Alam
Spirometry is a key component of respiratory health surveillance and fitness-to-work evaluation at Wawasan KVL Occuhealth.
What Is Spirometry Testing?
A pulmonary function test that measures the volume of air you can exhale and the speed of exhalation. It detects conditions such as asthma, COPD, and occupational lung diseases. Used for establishing baseline lung function, monitoring respiratory exposures, fitness for respiratory protection, and screening for occupational lung diseases.
Who Needs Spirometry Testing?
- Workers exposed to dust, fumes, or respiratory hazards
- Chemical and manufacturing workers
- Construction workers (silica, cement dust)
- Spray painters (isocyanates)
- Workers who wear respiratory protection
- Offshore oil and gas workers (OGUK requirement)
- Firefighters and emergency responders
- Anyone with respiratory symptoms
What’s Included
- Spirometry Assessment (FVC, FEV1, FEV1/FVC ratio)
- Calibrated Equipment
- Multiple Attempts for best result
- Interpretation against predicted normal values
- Detailed Report
- Comparison with Baseline (for existing workers)
How To Prepare
- No smoking for 4 hours before the test
- No heavy meals for 2 hours before
- No vigorous exercise before the test
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing
- Bring your inhaler if you use one
- Reschedule if you have a respiratory infection or persistent cough
