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The document discusses measuring lung function using forced oscillation technique (FOT) and impulse oscillometry system (IOS). FOT uses sound waves of single frequencies to measure respiratory impedance (Zrs), including resistance (Rrs) and reactance (Xrs), over a range of frequencies. IOS is an improved version that uses multiple frequencies simultaneously. Both provide information about airways and lung parenchyma not obtainable from spirometry. FOT and IOS measure Rrs and Xrs non-invasively and are bette
- Author
- Dan Popa
- Language
- EN