Asthma Test
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Test your asthma IQ
Prairie Public Broadcasting
What do you know about asthma? Take this quick test for a refresher, or just to learn more!
Living with asthma
Staywell Solutions
Do you know the most common asthma triggers to avoid? How about the most helpful alternative treatment? Take this test and find out how much you really know about living with asthma.
Pulmonary function tests
Medline Plus
Pulmonary function tests measure how well your lungs are taking in and transferring air. Learn about tests such as spirometry, how to prepare, and what to expect here.
People who have asthma should be able to live fairly normal lives. Take this test to see if asthma is affecting your quality of life--and get ready to start making changes if it is!
Tests to diagnose asthma
WebMD
There are several tests your doctor may run in order to determine if you have asthma. Here is an overview of what tests you can expect.
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Could you have asthma?
Asthma Action America
Concerned that your symptoms could mean asthma? Take this test to help find out, but be sure to talk with your physician!
Very thorough article about what you can expect as far as questions and tests as your doctor works to diagnose your asthma. See the chart to classify your asthma by symptom frequency and severity.
Asthma control test
GlaxoSmithKline
Is your asthma under control? Take this test and find out, then discuss the results with your physican. Tab to tests for ages 4-11 or in Spanish.
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Peak flow meters are an invaluable tool for testing your lung function at home. Use this learning center as a reference for using your peak flow meter. There's even a link to a diary you can use to track your numbers!
Using a peak flow meter
Mayo Clinic
Video demonstrates exactly how to use a peak flow meter to test your lung function. If you're a visual learner, this is incredibly helpful!
What's normal for children?
iVillage
Children grow so fast, it can be difficult to keep up with their "new" normal peak flow meter test reading. Here is a chart showing normal readings by height, so you can keep up with your growing kiddo!
Meters made easy
Univ. of Virginia
Spirometers, oximeters, and peak flow meters all help to test and measure how well your lungs are working. Here's a nice overview of how each of these work, and when you can expect to see them if you have asthma.
Spirometry
Health A to Z
Spirometry is the most commonly performed lung function test. Learn what to expect, what results are normal and abnormal, and how to prepare for this test here.

