Spirometric values in normal Thais
Abstract
Abstract
The lung function test by Spiro meter has a lot of benefits but there are variations between races. In Thailand, now, there are many problems about false diagnosis due to the using normal values of Caucasians. The objective of this study is to establish the standard reference for Thais (age 18-22 years). The subjects, 123 males and 165 females, had no cardiopulmonary diseases, did not smoke and had normal chest X rays. Tests for FVC, FEV1, FEF25-75% and FEV1/FVC were performed by the use of the Collins eagle one Microprocessor Spiro meter. Multiple linear regression equations were used to find the relationships between these values and height (H) and weight (W). The results are; In male :FVC = 0.031H + 0.22W -2.57 (R = 0.64, P<0.05) FEV1 = 0.034H+ 0.016W -3.13 (R = 0.59, P< 0.05); In female FVC = 0.018H + 0.01W – 0.77 (R = 0.63, P< 0.05) FEV1 = 0.012H + 0.008W + 0.15 (R = 0.50, P<0.05). These equations should be tested for the accuracy, precision and reliability.
FVC = forced vital capacity (liter)
FEV1 = 1 second forced expiratory volume (liter)
FEF25-75% = forced expiratory flow rate at 25-75% (liter/sec)