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Apr 29, 2026 - 04:04 PM
The main screening tool for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is spirometry, a simple breathing test that measures lung function. However, devices like the Vitalograph COPD-6 Screener offer a convenient, quick, and reliable way to assess lung function and identify individuals at risk for COPD in primary care settings. The COPD-6 Screener measures key parameters such as FEV1 and FEV6, aiding early detection of airflow limitation. Questionnaires, such as the COPD Assessment Test (CAT), may also be used to identify symptoms suggestive of the disease.
