Comparing asthma tests in Portsmouth
Part of Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study looks at different ways to test for asthma. It uses data from patients who have already been evaluated at the Portsmouth asthma service, to see which tests work best for diagnosing asthma.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been referred to the Portsmouth asthma service for asthma diagnosis or treatment.
- You had a complete asthma evaluation at Portsmouth since November 2021.
- You are willing to let the researchers use your medical data for this study (by signing an opt-out or e-consent form).
- You do not have another primary lung condition like interstitial lung disease (ILD).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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