Pulmonary Disorder

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Pulmonary Lungs are one of the important vital organs of our body. Respiratory disorders such as COPD, ADRS has an inherited genetic component. Lung health impacts a lot of other metabolic functions of the body.

Pulmonary Disorder

Pulmonary Disorders

Allergy

Asthma Learn More

Defining asthma
Lung airways that have persistent inflammation are affected by asthma. Both allergic and non-allergic factors can trigger asthma. Asthma incidence is increased in locations with high levels of pollution. Exercise, drugs, disease and other factors are some of the non-allergy causes of asthma. These stimuli force the lungs to contract, severely constricting the airway. The inflammation of the smooth muscles of the airway, which further narrows it, is another defining sign of asthma. In addition to preventing air from passing through the bronchioles, abundant mucus in the airways makes it harder for asthmatic patients to breathe.

Respiratory Failure

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Learn More

Definition of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) develops when the lungs' air sacs (alveoli) get flooded with fluid. The protective membrane of the blood vessels is damaged by severe infection or trauma, which allows fluid to flow into the air sacs. The fluid prevents the lungs from having enough space to fill with air, which results in insufficient levels of oxygen in the blood and other body organs. Some of the known causes of ARDS include sepsis, breathing toxic chemicals, pneumonia and severe chest injuries.

Infectious Diseases

Pulmonary Tuberculosis Learn More

How do you define pulmonary tuberculosis?
The lungs are the main organs affected by the deadly infectious bacterial illness tuberculosis. It can spread from one person to another through droplets produced by sneezing or coughing. Due to the fact that it is a respiratory condition, it is also known as pulmonary tuberculosis. The immune system decides if the body is able to combat the virus. It is divided into two categories: latent TB, in which the bacteria are dormant and active TB, in which the germs are active and thus produce symptoms in the body.

Inflammatory Disorders

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Learn More

What Is COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)?
A variety of illnesses known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) result in persistent lung inflammation. It produces airflow blockage, which makes breathing harder. The most prevalent form of COPD, emphysema and chronic bronchitis, causes the destruction of air sacs as well as the narrowing and inflammation of the bronchial passages, which results in the development of mucus. The risk of heart disease and lung cancer is higher in people with COPD. Smoking, exposure to irritants and pollutants and some genetic variations that result in Alpha 1 Antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency, which causes lung damage, are the main causes of COPD.

Emphysema Learn More

Defining Emphysema
Alveoli, the lungs' air sacs, can become destroyed in emphysema, which results in breathlessness. Air is trapped inside the lungs because of broken air sacs, which also prevent pure, oxygen-rich new air from entering. Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary illness in which the bronchial tubes collapse and become blocked due to the weakening, rupturing and collapse of the alveoli and lung tissue. Additionally, it decreases the lung's surface area, which lowers the amount of oxygen that enters the bloodstream. Emphysema may be brought on by smoking, breathing in air pollutants, or contracting a respiratory infection.

Deficiency disorders

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency Learn More

What is AATD, or Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Deficiency?
AAT deficit is the absence of the AAT enzyme in the body. The liver produces a protein called AAT that shields the body's organs, particularly the lungs, from potentially toxic substances. Genetic variations lead to the deficit or malformation of this protein, which results in liver illness and obstructive pulmonary disease by affecting the lungs. Breathlessness and a higher risk of lung infections are brought on by lung tissue damage. AAT insufficiency in the body is brought on by specific variations in the genes involved in its production as well as environmental variables.

Deficiency disorders

Sarcoidosis Learn More

Sarcoidosis description
A disorder called sarcoidosis is characterised by the development of granulomas, or small clusters of inflammatory cells, in many organs. The most often affected organs are the lungs and the lymph nodes. These microscopic cell clusters may grow as a result of the body's immunological response to invading chemicals and they quickly interfere with the structure and operation of various organs. Some people's immune systems are stimulated and react to chemicals, dust and pathogenic pathogens. An aberrant response to the body's own protein causes scarring in the affected organs, which affects their shape and function.

Pulmonary Fibrosis Learn More

Defining pulmonary fibrosis
The lung condition known as pulmonary fibrosis damages and scars the lung tissue. Any form of injury causes the lung tissue to stiffen and thicken, which affects how well the lungs work and makes it challenging for oxygen to reach the bloodstream. Radiation therapy, drugs and environmental contaminants can all contribute to pulmonary fibrosis.

Description of Test

Our high quality pulmonology genetic test offers panels for various respiratory disorders and has been designed by our expert PhD team. Pulmonology concerns including, Asthma, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Pulmonary Tuberculosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and other lung related disorders and diseases.

Accurate genetic testing is imperative for diagnosis, informed treatment decisions and identifying other family members that may be at risk.

Over time, exposure to lung irritants like tobacco smoke or chemicals can damage your lungs and airways. This long-term exposure can cause chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. The leading cause of COPD is smoking, however 1 in 4 with COPD never smoked.

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