Assessment in hospital

Your assessment will usually include the following: Pulse Oximeter Chest X-ray Blood tests This is the small clip which is put on to your finger to measure the amount of oxygen in your blood To check for pneumonia or other problems in the lung To check how the kidney and liver are working, to look […]

Other tests to confirm asthma

Other tests are often required to ensure there are not other underlying conditions that are affecting your breathing. This can help to confirm a diagnosis of asthma: Blood samples Chest x-ray Skin prick test Electrocardiograph (ECG) Blood test are done – mainly to check for other underlying conditions A chest X ray – to check […]