Decision tree for interpretation of pulmonary function tests (described in text).

FEV1/FVC = ratio of forced expiratory volume in the first second to the forced
vital capacity; PEF = peak expiratory flow; DLCO = diffusing capacity for carbon monoxide; TLC = total lung capacity; RV = residual volume; FRC =
functional residual capacity.

Source: Diffusion of Gases and Interpretation of Pulmonary Function Tests, Pulmonary Physiology, 9e
Citation: Levitzky MG. Pulmonary Physiology, 9e; 2017 Available at:
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