Respiratory Function Testing
Dr. Allan Finnimore & Dr John Aukes
We help patients and their Doctors understand and manage respiratory health. Our lab strives to provide clear, accurate insights into lung health.
Welcome to Greenslopes Lung Function, a fully accredited lung function laboratory located at Greenslopes Private Hospital and now also at Sunnybank Private Medical Centre. The clinic is dedicated to providing high-quality lung function testing in a comfortable and supportive environment.
ABOUT Greenslopes
Lung Function
At Greenslopes Lung Function, we specialise in comprehensive lung function testing to support the diagnosis, evaluation, and monitoring of respiratory conditions. Our clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, ensuring precise and reliable results for every patient.
We welcome referrals from both specialists and general practitioners.
Our Services
We offer a range of lung function tests, each tailored to diagnose and monitor specific respiratory conditions. Our tests include:
- Spirometry & Flow-Volume Loops: Measures lung efficiency and airflow before and after a bronchodilator to assess lung function.
- Gas Transfer: Assesses how well gases like oxygen move from the lungs into the bloodstream, especially valuable for smokers or patients with interstitial lung disease.
- Full Lung Function Tests: Differentiates between conditions such as asthma, emphysema, and fibrosis.
- Static Lung Volumes: Helps determine overall lung capacity, identifying conditions like gas trapping, hyperinflation, or restrictive lung disorders.
- FeNO (Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide): Non-invasive test to evaluate airway inflammation, aiding in the diagnosis and management of asthma.
- Bronchial Provocation Testing: Includes Mannitol and Methacholine tests to assess airway hyperactivity, often used in asthma diagnosis and diving assessments.
- Home Oxygen Assessment: Evaluates if supplementary oxygen may improve a patient’s exercise capacity, using the 6-Minute Walk Test.
- High Altitude Simulation Test (HAST): Determines if patients require supplemental oxygen while flying.
- Respiratory Muscle Strength (MIPs & MEPs): Measures diaphragm strength to diagnose potential respiratory muscle weaknesses.
Operating Hours
- Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Contact Us
- Phone Number: (07) 3394 7147
- Email Address: labglf.lung@gmail.com
- Location: Ground Floor, Administration Building, Greenslopes Private Hospital, Queensland.
Referral Form
To book an appointment at Greenslopes Lung Function, a referral from your GP or specialist is required. Please ensure the referral form is completed accurately and emailed to us at labglf.lung@gmail.com. Our team is available to assist with any questions or clarifications you may have.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Our friendly and professional respiratory technicians will guide you through every step of your lung function test. They will start by taking your height and weight, followed by a discussion about your respiratory history, including any allergies or medications.
Tests are conducted with precision to ensure accurate results, and each manoeuvre may need to be repeated for accuracy. Depending on the test, appointments can take up to one hour, with results sent to your referring doctor within 48 hours.