Spirometry: pre-appointment information

If you are booked for a spirometry appointment please ensure you follow the instructions below:

• Please arrive 15 minutes early to rest.
• Bring all of your inhalers and spacer devices
• Avoid smoking 24 hours prior
• Avoid alcohol 4 hours prior,
• Avoid vigorous exercise prior,
• Avoid tight clothing,
• Empty your bladder prior.
• If you have had a chest infection in the past 6 weeks please cancel and contact reception to re-book.

By doing the above you will be helping to ensure valuable NHS appointment are not wasted.