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 for anaemia (lack of iron in your blood), and sometimes check the gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) in your blood |
| Electrocardiogram (ECG) | Sputum sample | Spirometry |
 To check your heart function as these types of situations can sometimes put a strain on your heart |
 To check for infection which will help to prescribe the correct treatment for you |
 A Spirometry test can be used to confirm a diagnosis of COPD, it is a breathing test using a spirometry machine. For more information see the topic on Spirometry. |
