Lungs

Your lungs bring oxygen into your blood. Cough, breathlessness, or chest infections are evaluated with chest X-rays, sputum tests, and sometimes CT scans.

Tests That Check Your Lungs

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Chest X-Ray

A quick image of your lungs, heart shadow, and chest bones.

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Sputum Culture

Identifies germs causing chest infections from a coughed-up sample.

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CT Scan

Detailed cross-sectional X-ray images of any body region.

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CRP

A fast-responding marker of inflammation or infection.

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ESR

A general marker that rises when there is inflammation in the body.

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Report Terms to Know

Infection Lesion Nodule Calcification

Specialists Who Can Help

Specialty
Pulmonology

Pulmonologists treat lung and breathing conditions like asthma, COPD, and chest infections using chest imaging…

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General Medicine

General physicians are usually the first doctors you meet for fever, fatigue, and routine checkups. They order…

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Disclaimer: This information is for patient education only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified doctor.