Induced sputum is a simple examination in relation to the diagnosis of eosinophilic asthma.
Conclusion: Examining inflammatory cells in induced sputum has a high diagnostic yield and is a safe and easily performed procedure in patients suffering from severe asthma.
Source: European Respiratory Journal - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Pedersen, L. M., Andersen, H. H., Smidt-Hansen, T., Schmid, J. M. Tags: Airway pharmacology and treatment Source Type: research
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