Increased in
0No conditions in this group.
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Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR)
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Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR)
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Reference ranges and concentrations
2Reference ranges come from the existing EH diagnostic-test range tables. Ranges can differ between laboratories, methods, age groups and clinical situations.
| Diagnostic test / concentration | Reference range | Unit | Age | Gender | Category / test group |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) | 410 – 450 | L/minute | Adult ( > 16y) | Female | Pulmonary Function & Arterial Blood Gases Studies / Spirometry |
| Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) | 540 – 590 | L/minute | Adult ( > 16y) | Male | Pulmonary Function & Arterial Blood Gases Studies / Spirometry |
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Conditions linked to this marker
18This shows where the EH database links this marker as increased, decreased or associated with conditions.
Decreased in
18- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Airway Tumors
- Asbestosis
- Asthma
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchospasm
- Emphysema
- Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Occupational Asthma
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Respiratory Chest Infection
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Respiratory Tract Infection
- Upper Respiratory Chest Infection
Associated with
0No conditions in this group.