A computer system for processing data from routine pulmonary function tests.
- 1 June 1977
- Vol. 32 (3) , 333-341
- https://doi.org/10.1136/thx.32.3.333
Abstract
In larger pulmonary function [in humans] laboratories there is a need for computerized techniques of data processing. A flexible computer system, which is used routinely, is described. The system processes data from a relatively large range of tests. Two types of output are produced: 1 for laboratory purposes and 1 for return to the referring physician. The system adds an automatic interpretative report for each set of results. In developing the interpretative system it is necessary to utilize a number of arbitrary definitions. The present terminology for reporting pulmonary function tests has limitations. The computer interpretation system affords the opportunity to take account of known interaction between different measurements of function and different pathological states.Keywords
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