lung capacity
"Lung capacity" refers to the various volumes of air the lungs can hold during different phases of breathing, crucial for assessing respiratory health.
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Definition
B2Respiratory Health
(technical, medical)The maximum volume of air the lungs can hold.
Example
- Doctors often measure lung capacity to diagnose respiratory conditions.
B2Pulmonary Function Tests
(technical, medical)The total amount of air that can be inhaled and exhaled from the lungs.
Example
- Lung capacity tests are crucial for patients with asthma or COPD.
B1General Health
(informal, everyday)A measure of how much air the lungs can take in and expel.
Example
- Regular exercise can improve your lung capacity.