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Breathing and Exchange of Gases: Spirometry MCQ

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SpirometryMediumQuestion 9218

Question

Which one of the following can be directly measured by spirometry?

  1. A
    Vital capacity
    Correct
  2. B
    Residual volume
  3. C
    Functional residual capacity
  4. D
    Total lung capacity

Correct answer

Vital capacity

Explanation

Spirometry records air that moves in and out; residual volume and capacities including RV cannot be directly measured by simple spirometry.

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