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Hyperinflation and air trapping
In my test, the doctor states hyperinflation and air trapping. My TLC is high (129% of predicted) and RV is very high as well (143%) but my RV/TLC ratio is within normal limits. (111% of predicted) ...would this still support a diagnosis of air trapping?
Also my FRC and TLC are both high, but my FRC/TLC ratio is within normal limits. would this still support their diagnosis of hyperinflation?
Is it possible that i just have abnormally giant lungs for my age and height?
my FEV1/FVC is normal 83.52% or 102% of predicted.
Results say:
No evidence of airflow obstruction
FEV1/FVC ratio is normal by GOLD standard indicating an absence of COPD
High RV and TLC indicative of air trapping.
Also my FRC and TLC are both high, but my FRC/TLC ratio is within normal limits. would this still support their diagnosis of hyperinflation?
Is it possible that i just have abnormally giant lungs for my age and height?
my FEV1/FVC is normal 83.52% or 102% of predicted.
Results say:
No evidence of airflow obstruction
FEV1/FVC ratio is normal by GOLD standard indicating an absence of COPD
High RV and TLC indicative of air trapping.
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