Simple & Non-Invasive
Spirometry involves nothing more than breathing into a medical-grade device, no needles, no discomfort, and no preparation required for most patients.
Clinically Essential Information
The results provide your doctor with precise measurements of your lung function that cannot be obtained during a standard GP appointment, enabling accurate diagnosis and better-informed treatment decisions.
Affordable Private Access
Spirometry testing at Blackwater Private Clinic is available from £150, giving you fast, private access to a clinically important test without a lengthy public waiting list.
Our Spirometry Testing Services
Spirometry is one of the most informative and underutilised tests in respiratory medicine, straightforward to perform but rich in the clinical data it provides. Here is what our service covers:
Spirometry Lung Function Test
The core spirometry test measures two key values, FEV1 (the volume of air you can forcefully exhale in one second) and FVC (the total volume of air you can exhale in one breath). The relationship between these two measurements tells your doctor a great deal about the health of your airways and lung tissue, and whether any obstruction or restriction is present.
Asthma Assessment & Monitoring
Spirometry is a cornerstone of both asthma diagnosis and ongoing management. For patients with a suspected or confirmed asthma diagnosis, it provides objective evidence of airway obstruction, helps assess how well your current treatment is working, and informs decisions about inhaler type, dosage, and technique.
COPD Detection & Monitoring
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is frequently underdiagnosed, particularly in smokers and former smokers who attribute breathlessness to age or fitness. Spirometry is the definitive test for COPD, identifying the characteristic pattern of airflow obstruction and establishing a baseline for monitoring disease progression over time.
Respiratory Symptom Investigation
For patients experiencing new or unexplained respiratory symptoms, persistent cough, breathlessness on exertion, reduced exercise tolerance, or a feeling of chest tightness, spirometry provides objective lung function data that significantly informs the diagnostic process and determines whether further investigation or referral is needed.
Pre-Employment & Occupational Spirometry
For patients requiring spirometry as part of an occupational health assessment or pre-employment medical, particularly those working in environments with respiratory exposure risks, we provide clinical spirometry testing with appropriate documentation.
Referral Where Indicated
If your spirometry results indicate a level of lung function impairment requiring specialist input, we will advise you on the appropriate next steps and promptly arrange a referral to an NHS or private respiratory consultant.
Our Packages
£150
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Spirometry Lung Function Test
Spirometry testing at Blackwater Private Clinic includes clinical interpretation of your results and advice on next steps. Where results indicate a need for further investigation or specialist referral, this will be discussed and arranged at your appointment.
Book an Appointment- Asthma or exercise-induced asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Chronic bronchitis or emphysema
- Shortness of breath or wheezing
- Smoking-related lung concerns
- Pre-operative respiratory evaluation
Meet Our Specialists
A dedicated team of experienced professionals focused on your health, comfort, and confidence.
Terry McManus
Respiratory Consultant
Colette Lawless
Respiratory Consultant
What Patients Say About Us
Friendly, professional, and made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. The doctor was attentive to my concerns. They took the time to explain everything clearly and provided exceptional care. I highly recommend this clinic for anyone looking for top-quality healthcare in a welcoming environment.
This is a very smooth and seamless service. The experience from start to finish is excellent. As a business owner, I know this doesn’t happen by accident. I have used this service for three years now and am more than happy with the standard of care and professionalism.
An excellent service by very professional staff. Would highly recommend this clinic. Very welcoming environment, well worth a visit.
FAQs
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Most people do not think about their lungs until breathing becomes difficult. But by the time breathlessness, a persistent cough, or reduced exercise tolerance becomes noticeable, changes in lung function may have been developing quietly for some time.
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