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Flow volume curves

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Flow volume curves measure flow, in litres per minute, with respect to time. The expiration is forced.

In some cases an inspiratory part is added; during this phase the time runs backwards and the line is plotted below the time axis. In this way a complete respiratory loop can be plotted.


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