Abstract

Although asthma is a common respiratory condition, there is no standardised definition of the type, severity or frequency of symptoms, nor of the findings on investigation. Therefore, it is not possible to make evidence-based recommendations on how to diagnose patients with asthma. This article describes the use of the fraction of exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) as a biomarker of airway inflammation, thereby assisting diagnosis of asthma in clinical practice. FeNO can also be used to monitor adherence to inhaled corticosteroid therapy.

Full Text
Paper version not known

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.