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Inhalation of some dusts, gases, or other air contaminants in your workplace as well as some personal exposures, such as cigarette smoking, can harm your lungs. Spirometry testing (a type of pulmonary or lung function test) may identify breathing problems early, which may prevent more serious problems. Spirometry testing is required for some workers by OSHA standards.
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Describe la prueba de función pulmonar para ayudar a identificar problemas respiratorios sin demora.
Suggested citation
OSHA/NIOSH [2011]. Protect yourself-spirometry breathing test. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, OSHA 3418. Morgantown, WV: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2011-132.
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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health