Standards for single-breath carbon monoxide uptake in the lung: national guidelines

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Measuring of the diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide (DL CO ) is an important method for assessing the pulmonary gas exchange function. Diffusing capacity (synonym: transfer factor) is the ability of the lungs to transfer oxygen from the alveolar gas into the blood. Methods. This document on DL CO measurement was developed by a group of experts from the Russian Respiratory Society and the Russian Association of Specialists in Functional Diagnostics. All experts have experience in conducting research in accordance with quality criteria, analyzing research results, and developing national standards. Results . Technical standards for DL CO measurement were recommended, including criteria for the measurement quality and assessment of the study quality. The expert group members used their experience and knowledge to develop these guidelines. Conclusion . The article presents standards for DL CO measurement and an algorithm to interpret the results, which should contribute to improving the quality of measurements and uniformity in data interpretation.

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