TLCO

TLCO

TLCO is a Lung function test measuring the diffusing capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide (Tlco) is commonly measured with the Morgan transfer test and the single breath method. Alveolar volume (VA) is the total lung capacity at the time when the Tlco is measured. The specific diffusing capacity is Tlco/VA (often referred to as the transfer factor for Carbon Monoxide).


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