Diagnostics Allergology/pulmonology tests

A test that measures the volume of air exhaled and inhaled into the lungs. Preparation for the test: before the test (24 hours) do not smoke or drink alcohol, 2 hours before the test – do not eat large meals, 1 hour before the test – give up intensive training. Spirometry is performed by a specialist pulmonologist.

A test to assess the volume of air that is exhaled and inhaled into the lungs without and after administration of a bronchodilator. Preparation for the test: before the test (24 hours) do not smoke or drink alcohol, 2 hours before the test – do not eat large meals, 1 hour before the test – give up intensive training. Spirometry is performed by a specialist pulmonologist.

Performed in order to diagnose possible allergies of the patient. Performed tests: skin prick tests, food and inhalation tests, chemical patch tests – list of allergens – http://www.alergolog.eu/seria/pol.html

Preparation for tests:

• 7-14 days – do not take anti-allergic drugs: 2nd generation antihistamines: (e.g. Zyrtec and similar, Claritine and similar),
• 3-4 days do not take 1st generation p-histamines (e.g. Clemastin, Diphergan), and preparations of calcium, vitamin C, rutin,
• if taking Ketotifen chronically – withdraw for 4 weeks,
• do not apply preparations containing steroids to the test sites (forearms, back) for 4 weeks,
• do not come on an empty stomach.