PFT WITH BDR (PFT with bronchodilator response)
₹1200
Book your PFT (Pulmonary Function Test with Bronchodilator Response) appointment at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, an NABL and NABH Certified Laboratory that provides state-of-the-art Pulmonology, Radiology and Pathology services. Pulmonary testing units provide cutting-edge technology for testing lung function before and after using a bronchodilator medicine in order to determine lung inflation and the effects of treatment on the airway obstruction.
This test is conducted by our qualified pulmonologists and trained respiratory technicians with precision, and we deliver precisely accurate reports that are vital for diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring of respiratory diseases.
About PFT with BDR Test
PFT with Bronchodilator Response (BDR) is an advanced breathing test that also checks if the airways are reacting to the bronchodilator medication during airflow measurements. It measures how much breathing capacity goes up or down before and after breathing the medication, so that it can see whether the narrowing in the airways is reversible.
In Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, a range of advanced spirometry and pulmonary testing systems offers comprehensive measurement of lung function to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders like asthma and COPD and other obstructive airway diseases.
What is PFT with BDR?
PFT with BDR is an advanced type of spirometry during which lung function is recorded before and after inhalation with a bronchodilator. It assesses lung capacity, the amount of air that can be moved, how much improvement is produced by a drug, and airflow. This examination assists in distinguishing reversible airway diseases, like asthma, from those in which airway obstruction is not so reversible, like COPD.
Common Reasons for PFT with BDR
- Evaluation of suspected asthma
- Assessment of breathing difficulty
- Persistent cough or wheezing
- Diagnosis of airway obstruction
- Monitoring chronic respiratory diseases
- Evaluation of response to inhaler therapy
- Pre-operative lung assessment
- Follow-up of lung function changes
Conditions Evaluated
Asthma
Helps identify reversible airway narrowing and evaluates improvement after bronchodilator medication.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Assesses airflow limitation and determines the degree of reversibility.
Bronchial Hyperreactivity
Evaluates increased sensitivity of airways causing breathing difficulties and wheezing.
Obstructive Lung Diseases
Helps detect conditions affecting airflow through the lungs.
Treatment Response Assessment
Measures how effectively inhalers or bronchodilator medications improve lung function.
Respiratory Symptoms Evaluation
Supports diagnosis in patients with unexplained cough, breathlessness, or chest tightness.
Who Should Consider This Test?
Your doctor may recommend a PFT with BDR if you:
- Experience recurrent wheezing or breathlessness
- Have suspected asthma
- Have chronic cough
- Need evaluation of inhaler effectiveness
- Have abnormal spirometry results
- Are being monitored for COPD
- Require detailed assessment of lung function
Benefits of PFT with BDR
- Measures lung function accurately
- Determines airway reversibility
- Helps differentiate asthma from other lung diseases
- Evaluates response to bronchodilator medication
- Supports accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
- Safe, painless, and non-invasive procedure
- Helps monitor respiratory disease progression
Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?
- Experienced Pulmonologists and Respiratory Technicians
- Advanced PFT and Spirometry Equipment
- NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre
- Accurate and reliable reporting
- Affordable and transparent pricing
- Comprehensive Radiology, Pathology, and Diagnostic services under one roof
Book Your PFT with BDR Test
If you require the PFT with Bronchodilator Response Test, PFT with BDR Cost, Spirometry with Bronchodilator Test, or a respiratory diagnostic centre, contact Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy to make your appointment.
At our centre, a dedicated team is available to carry out lung function testing for asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), airway obstruction and other respiratory conditions in patients, ensuring their diagnosis is as safe, accurate and timely as possible and helping them to make appropriate treatment decisions.
Test information: Fasting NOT needed.
Reporting: Within 24 hours*
- No fasting is required for the PFT with BDR (Pulmonary Function Test with Bronchodilator Response); however, avoid heavy meals before the examination.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows free movement of the chest and helps you perform breathing exercises easily.
- Avoid smoking, vaping, and exposure to respiratory irritants before the test unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
- Avoid strenuous exercise or heavy physical activity before the examination to ensure accurate lung function measurements.
- Inform your doctor about all inhalers, bronchodilators, respiratory medicines, and other medications you are currently taking, as some medicines may need to be stopped before the test only under medical advice.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of asthma, COPD, lung infection, heart disease, recent respiratory illness, or any other medical condition.
- Carry previous PFT reports, Spirometry reports, Chest X-ray, CT Chest reports, respiratory prescriptions, allergy reports, or other medical records, if available, for comparison.
- Avoid applying anything that may cause breathing discomfort and wear clothing that does not restrict chest movement.
- Follow all instructions provided by the respiratory technician during breathing manoeuvres before and after bronchodilator administration.
- Arrive 10–15 minutes before your scheduled appointment for registration and preparation.
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